Occupational and Environmental Health: Recognizing and Preventing Disease and Injury - Multiple Choice Questions - Learn & Prevent

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What is the main source of municipal solid waste?

Household garbage and food waste
Industrial waste from manufacturing
Medical waste from hospitals
Radioactive waste from nuclear power plants

The correct answer is: Household garbage and food waste

Household garbage and food waste is the main source of municipal solid waste because it makes up the largest portion of trash produced by individuals on a daily basis. While industrial waste, medical waste, and radioactive waste are all contributors to overall waste production, they typically make up a smaller portion compared to household garbage and food waste. Additionally, household garbage and food waste are more likely to end up in landfills, which are the main method of disposing of municipal solid waste. Therefore, option A is the main source of municipal solid waste.