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ZIMSEC O-Level Chemistry

Classification of waste

Classification of waste in ZIMSEC O-Level Chemistry: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
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Overview

Form 3 (competency matrix 8.15.2).

Learning objectives

What the syllabus expects you to be able to do.

  1. 7.4.1.1Identify solid, liquid and gaseous waste, and biodegradable and non-biodegradable waste.
  2. 7.4.1.2Identify the different sources of waste, including household and industrial waste.
  3. 7.4.1.3Describe methods of identifying wastes from industries.
  4. 7.4.1.4Suggest ways of controlling waste.

Lessons

  • Types and sources of waste

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Classification of waste: sample question

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What does non-biodegradable mean?

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