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Physical Characteristics of Solid Waste
In order to identify the exact characteristics of municipal wastes, it is necessary that we analyze those using physical, chemical and biological parameters which are discussed below: Information and data on the physical characteristics of solid wastes are important for the selection and operation of equipment and for the analysis and design of
Factors Affecting Solid Waste Management System
Following are the factors affecting solid waste management system, its design, development, and operation: Institutional Factors Social Factors Financial Factors Economic Factors Technical Factors Environmental Factors Institutional factors affecting solid waste management system involve law and policies that allow the government to effectively
Collection of Solid Wastes
Collection of Solid Wastes and separated waste in an urban area is difficult and complex because the generation of residential and commercial-industrial solid waste takes place in every home, every apartment building, and every commercial and industrial facility as well as in the streets, parks, and even vacant areas.
Generation of Solid Waste
Generation of solid waste is a result of natural, human and animal activities. Knowledge of generation of solid waste is important in the planning, designing and operation of solid waste management system. Generation has two aspects: One is the quality of solid waste and the other is the quantity of solid waste.
