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Our Environment — Science STD 10 — Question

CBSE BoardEnglish MediumSTD 10ScienceOur Environment2 Marks
Question
Name the process in which wastes are burned at high temperature.
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Answer

Incineration is a waste treatment process that involves the combustion of organic substances contained in waste materials. Incineration and other high-temperature waste treatment systems are described as "thermal treatment". Incineration of waste materials converts the waste into ash, flue gas and heat.

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