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Under the correct conditions, paper can dissolve (biodegrade) in 2-5 months. Paper will dissolve more quickly in an environment in which it is exposed to light, bacteria, and water - such as a compost pile. In an environment lacking these elements, paper can last for many years without dissolving.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 11y agoThe paper is not dissolved in soil; natural chemical and physical factors, insects, fungi, bacteria can destroy papers.
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