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1. Proposed areas for landfills: The development of a landfill is proposed for a location that is located east of a forest, west of a national park and north of a major river. Would this be an appropriate site for the construction of a new landfill? What are some advantages and disadvantages to the location? Outline some issues that the builders would have to face, and explain why.

2 Planning, Siting, and Permitting of Landfills: Outline the steps for constructing a landfill. What factors can affect the volume requirement of the landfill over time? What are some examples of fatal flaws that should be considered in the construction process?