Question

Which precautions are necessary for proper decomposition of domestic waste?

Answer 1

Domestic waste refers to the waste which is generated in our houses due to our daily activities. Domestic waste can be either biodegradable or non-biodegradable. For example, vegetable and fruit peels are biodegradable, whereas batteries, computers, etc., are non-biodegradable. Biodegradable products can be used for making compost, which can be used in parks, plant pots, etc. For non-biodegradable products, we need to practice the 3Rs, and only after that, they should be discarded as waste. The 3Rs are:

1. Reduce: Reduce the amount of waste produced.
2. Reuse: Using a resource in a new way before discarding it.
3. Recycle: Making something new from a material rather than throwing it away.