Identify types of toxic waste generated in a dental office

Mercury-containing wastes. Dental Amalgam particles are a source of mercury which is known to be a neurotoxic, nephrotoxic, and bioaccumulative element.

Silver-containing wastes.

Lead-containing wastes.  

Blood-soaked/dripping gauze.

Sharps.

Chemicals, disinfectants, and sterilizing agents.

Nonhazardous wastes.

the answer to the question is punishment. or more specifically, positive punishment.

positive punishment occurs when a behavior is given a negative consequence for the individual doing the behavior.

sara no longer wants to ask questions (the behavior) because she is ridiculed by mr. smith (the punishment).

reinforcement is inaccurate because reinforcement always gives positive consequences for the individual doing the behavior, be it by introducing a pleasant consequence or removing an unpleasant one.