Question

List the impact of waste accumulation.​

Answer 1

Answer:

• Various diseases spread on an epidemic scale due to waste accumulation on land and water bodies. Vectors like flies, mosquitoes, rodents and pet animals transmit these diseases. The waste is a breeding ground for such vectors. Hence, there is an urgent need to manage waste disposal in an effective manner.
• Waste accumulation results in landscape degeneration, pollution of air, water and soil, health problems and loss of terrestrial and aquatic life.

Answer 2

Answer:

Impact of waste accumulation: Dumping of solid wastes not only gives an ugly look and foul smell, but also causes serious health hazards. Sometimes, the outbreak of epidemics takes place due to the accumulation of wastes, particularly near water bodies.