According to their Properties
Biodegradable solid wastes are those that can be broken down (decomposed) into their constituent elements by bacteria and other micro-organisms. Food waste, manures and waste from producing crops are the main biodegradable wastes.
Non-biodegradable (also sometimes called inorganic) solid wastes are those thatdo not decompose by microbial action. These wastes include plastic containers, scrap metal, food and drink cans and plastic bags.
According to their Effects on Human Health and the Environment
Hazardous wastes pose substantial or potential threats to public health or the environment. For example, toxic, infectious and corrosive (acidic or alkaline) substances are all likely to be classed as hazardous.
Non-hazardous wastes are those that do not possess hazardous characteristics, although they can still be harmful to people or the environment.
According to their combustion characteristics
Combustible waste if they will burn
non-combustible waste if they will not burn.
According to their recyclable property
recyclable waste, Non-recyclable waste
Urban Infrastructure and Network Study notes for M. plan Sem-III
Urban Infrastructures & Network.pdf
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