Garbage from cities is collected and disposed at

landfill areas

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Solution

The correct option is A
landfill areas

The correct option is option (A):
Explanation for the correct option:
Waste materials produced from household activities are called garbage.
Garbage is classified into two types namely biodegradable wastes and non-degradable wastes.
Some non-biodegradable and non-reusable waste material taken from cities are disposed of in low-lying areas called landfills.
The non-useful garbage is spread out in the landfill and is covered with soil.
Once the landfill is completed the ground is converted into a playground or park.
Final answer: Garbage from cities is disposed in landfills.

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