The hidden chemistry behind our waste: how landfills affect the planet

Landfill | Environmental Chemistry | Chemistry | FuseSchool · 4:40 · Video: FuseSchool - Global Education · Watch at the source

In short: What happens to our trash once it leaves the curb? This video explores the fundamental environmental chemistry of landfills, explaining how waste decomposition impacts the world around us.

Produced as part of the 'Chemistry for All' project by the Fuse Foundation, this educational resource breaks down the chemical processes that occur in landfill environments. It examines the primary causes of landfill formation and the specific ways these sites interact with and affect the surrounding environment.

The content serves as a foundational guide for understanding environmental chemistry, making it a valuable tool for students or anyone looking to understand the lifecycle of waste.

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