Asked by valentinejr ayika on Jul 29, 2024

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All of the following are considered a hazardous waste EXCEPT ________.

A) broken glass
B) urine
C) a salt solution
D) a preserved specimen

Hazardous Waste

Substances that pose a risk or are hazardous to both human health and the ecological surroundings.

Preserved Specimen

A biological specimen that has been treated to prevent decay for the purposes of study or display.

Salt Solution

A liquid mixture in which salt is dissolved in water; used in various scientific, culinary, and medical applications.

  • Identify materials that are not considered hazardous waste.
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amanda vranakAug 05, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
A salt solution is not considered hazardous waste unless it contains other hazardous materials. Broken glass can cause injury and is considered sharps waste, urine and preserved specimens may contain infectious materials and are considered biohazardous waste.