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प्रश्न
Differentiate between degradable and non-degradable type of waste.
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उत्तर
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DEGRADABLE WASTE |
NON-DEGRADABLE WASTE |
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The waste that can be decomposed by micro-organisms is called degradable waste. |
The waste that cannot be decomposed by micro-organisms is called non-degradable waste. |
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E.g. Vegetable peel, paper, cloth etc. |
E.g. Plastic |
संबंधित प्रश्न
Write note.
Industrial waste
Give a reason for the following :
Why is municipal sewage is first separated into degradable and non-degradable wastes?
What type of garbage is thrown in green bins?
Which of the following is biodegradable waste?
A garbage collector separate items mentioned below in the garbage into red, green and blue containers for their transfer to landfill, composting pit and recycling unit respectively.
Items:
- Plastic bags
- Newspaper and journals
- Screw and nuts
- Vegetable peels
- Metal chips
- Egg shells
Which items were transferred to which bin?
Beera, a farmer would clear his field everyday, and burn dry leaves fallen on the ground. After sometime he found that those living in huts near his field were suffering from cough and breathing problems.
- Can you explain why?
- Also suggest an environment friendly way to dispose the dry leaves.
Give two examples of Non-biodegradable wastes.
Define the following term:
Waste
Distinguish between the following pair:
Biodegradable and Non-biodegradable waste.
