True or False: The risk of water pollution from burial of empty containers is less than that from incineration.

The assertion that the risk of water pollution from burial of empty containers is less than that from incineration is false. When empty pesticide containers are buried, they may still contain residues that can leach into the soil and eventually contaminate groundwater or surface water, posing a significant risk to water quality and aquatic ecosystems. This risk is compounded by factors such as soil permeability and proximity to water sources.

In contrast, incineration is a process designed to safely reduce the volume of waste materials while minimizing the potential for residual pollutants. When done correctly, incineration can effectively decompose harmful chemicals, converting them into less harmful substances and gases. This means that when comparing the two methods, incineration generally presents a lower risk of water pollution than burial, particularly if the incineration is conducted under controlled conditions.

Other options such as "only in small amounts" and "depends on the container" introduce unnecessary variables that can complicate the straightforward risk assessment of burial versus incineration for empty pesticide containers. The fundamental issue remains that burial inherently carries a greater risk for environmental contamination compared to the appropriate incineration method.