Question

What is the formula for quantification of leachate generation from landfill?

(a) I = P – P (CR/O) – AET +/- S

(b) P = I – P (CR/O) – AET +/- S

(c) I = S – P (CR/O) – AET +/- P

(d) I = P – S (CR/O) – AET +/- Y

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This key question is from Landfill Disposal topic in chapter Landfill Disposal of Hazardous Waste Management

Answer 1

Correct option is (a) I = P – P (CR/O) – AET +/- S

Best explanation: I = P – P (CR/O) – AET +/- S where, I is Rate of Infiltration, P is Precipitation, CR/O is Coefficient of Runoff, AET is Actual Evapo-transpiration, S is Soil Moisture Content Retention Capacity.