Waste incinerators ___________.
A)extend the life of landfills by decreasing waste volume
B)increase the volume of MSW that must be buried in landfills
C)are able to eliminate the disposal of municipal solid wastes MSW)
D)ultimately increase the use of fossil fuels to generate electricity

Question

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Waste incinerators can greatly decrease the volume of solid waste that needs to be buried in landfills, therefore extending their lifespan. However, they do not eliminate the disposal of MSW entirely and may also emit pollutants into the air. They may also require fossil fuels to operate, but not necessarily to generate electricity.

Waste Incinerators ___________