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Some will last around 4.5 billion years - until the sun becomes a red giant and effectively swallows the Earth.
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How long biodegradable and non-biodegradable expected to last in your environment?
it will not degrade and will last for long
Is plastic long lasting?
Plastic is a non-biodegradable substance. Yes, it is long lasting.
How long non-biodegradable substances last in your environment?
Non-biodegradable substances can last forever. Some substances are slow to degrade, but they still degrade over time. Those that are non-biodegradable should not degrade, even over long periods of time.
Why are non biodegradable substance not broken by microbes?
Because that's what "non biodegradable" means.
What is non biogradeable?
A non-biodegradable substance cannot be decomposed by microorganisms, whereas biodegradable substances can.
How long does a crayon last before decomposing in a landfill?
Forever. Wax is non-biodegradable.
For how long are various non-bio degradable substances expected to last?
Non-biodegradable substances can last forever. Some substances are slow to degrade, but they still degrade over time. Those that are non-biodegradable should not degrade, even over long periods of time.
How do you break down non biodegradable substance?
burn them them and burry the ash
How long does it take a Non-biodegradable waste to break down?
By definition of "non-biodegradable": a long time.Exactly how long will depend on the specific material.
why are non biodegradable pollutants cosidered too be of greater concern today?
Non biodegradable pollutants are very difficult to breakdown. They last for hundreds of years in the environment and affect nature negatively for long periods
How long non biodegradable substances last?
Examples are plastics, metal and glass. Dangerous chemicals and toxins are also non-biodegradable, as are plastic grocery bags, Styrofoam (polystyrene), and other similar materials.
Is plastic nonrenewable?
Plastic is a renewable substance but it is non-biodegradable that is, it can't be decomposed.
