what effects will the waste that Reema disposed of have on the environment
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Solid waste can have the following effects on the environment;
- Toxins - substances thrown away may contain toxic substances which will leach into the soil and water thereby affecting the health of plants, animals and humans.
- Harmful gases- when trash and garbage are accumulated they rot releasing methane which is a harmful greenhouse gas.
- Land use - solid waste take up a lot of land space as landfills are required to manage waste such as plastic which is not biodegradable
- Smell - solid waste disposal area emanate bad smells which affects people living near dumpsites.
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