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Questions
How will you manage the household waste?
Suggest two ways of dealing with waste generated at home.
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Solution
- Segregation of waste: Separate waste at home into biodegradable (kitchen waste) and non-biodegradable (plastic, glass, metal) to enable proper disposal and recycling.
- Composting and recycling: Convert biodegradable waste into compost and send recyclable materials like paper, plastic, and metal for recycling.
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