Multiple choice

Incineration is a waste treatment process involving the combustion of organic substances contained in waste materials. Which among the following incineration plants is the most suitable for municipal solid waste?

  1. Burn pile

  2. Burn barrel

  3. Moving grate incinerator

  4. Fixed grate

  5. Fluidised bed

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C Correct answer
Explanation

The typical incineration plant for municipal solid waste is a moving grate incinerator. The moving grate enables the movement of waste through the combustion chamber to be optimised to allow a more efficient and complete combustion.