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Which of the following method is most suitable for safe disposal of hospital solid waste?
Which of the following method is most suitable for safe disposal of hospital solid waste?
Updated On: Mar 28, 2025
- Dumping
- Incineration
- Pyrolysis
- Composting
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The Correct Option is B
Solution and Explanation
The most suitable method for safe disposal of hospital solid waste is incineration.
Additional Context:
- Hospital Waste Composition:
- 15-25% hazardous/infectious material
- Includes sharps, pathological waste, chemicals
- Why incineration (2):
- High-temperature destruction of pathogens (>1000°C)
- Volume reduction up to 90%
- Mandated for bio-medical waste in India
- Other options analysis:
- Dumping (1): Prohibited for hazardous waste
- Pyrolysis (3): Limited to specific waste types
- Composting (4): Only for organic, non-infectious waste
- Regulatory framework:
- Bio-Medical Waste Management Rules, 2016
- CPCB guidelines for incinerator standards
Correct Answer: (2) Incineration.
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