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Generate QuizWhich of the following is a disadvantage of sanitary landfills compared to waste-to-energy incineration?
- Higher initial capital cost
- Requires large land area and long-term monitoring for leachate and methane
- Produces more air pollution
- Cannot handle mixed waste
Answer: Requires large land area and long-term monitoring for leachate and methane
Landfills need significant space, liners, leachate collection, and gas management for decades after closure to prevent environmental contamination.