environment medium MCQ

Which of the following is a method of treating biomedical waste?

  1. Open burning
  2. Autoclaving and incineration
  3. Composting
  4. Landfilling without treatment

Answer: Autoclaving and incineration

Biomedical waste is treated by autoclaving (steam sterilization) or incineration to destroy pathogens before disposal, as per BMW Rules.

Topic Waste Management
Exam Relevance UPSC, SSC
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