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Hazardous Waste


See also:  Medical Waste | Right-to-Know |


Glossary Terms

Hazardous waste
By-products of society that can pose a substantial or potential hazard to human health or the environment when improperly managed. Possesses at least one of four characteristics (ignitability, corrosivity, reactivity, or toxicity), or appears on special EPA lists.(1)



Information Sources and Organizations
Looking for information on Hazardous Waste? Click on the following summary databases to learn more!Looking for articles, reports, or scientific literature on Hazardous Waste? Click on the following bibliographic databases to learn more!Looking for research on Hazardous Waste? Click on the following research databases to learn more!


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