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Does the pH of compost ingredients affect the populations of microorganisms during composting?
yes, it should be 5.5
Why does composting release heat?
The heat is released because the plant material you have put into the compost is being broken down by bacteria. As these bacteria work they warm up an this warms the compost - it can get very hot in the middle of a compost heap.
Is hydrated lime good for breaking down compost?
no. do not use lime unless you are trying to neutralise acidic soils. it will not speed up the composting process. there are many products on the market for this and a compost bin that can be rotated (like on a spit) helps.
Why can you compost a diaper?
You can't compost a disposable diaper, unless it is made of 100% compostable materials, which most diapers are not. Most disposable diapers are made of plastic and absorbent materials that take a long time to break down.Plus, if a diaper is soiled, there's a risk of contaminating the compost with dangerous bacteria. Composting of human feces should not be attempted, except by experienced 'hot pile' composters who are well informed of the temperatures and times required to kill pathogens, and who are willing to take 100% responsibility for the process and product.There are Municipal Composting Facilities that can handle babies' solid feces, but only if it in certain types of diapers that are fully compostable.Source: http://vegweb.com/composting/what-not.shtml
How does composting help solve the solid waste problem?
[1] Kitchen scraps and yard waste go into the compost pile, instead of landfills. [2] Animal waste goes into the compost pile, instead of effluent ponds. [3] Dead animal bodies go into the composter, instead of disposal sites.
What is the difference between a compost heap and a compost pit?
A compost heap is a pile of composting material that is in a pile on the ground. A compost pit is dug into the ground and the composting material is placed in it.
What can you do with compost when it is done?
When the composting process is completed, compost can be used for gardening.
Ano ang kaibahan ng basket composting sa compost pit?
ang kaibahan Ng compost pit at basket composting
What is bad for compost?
Plastic is bad for compost because it will alter the temperature during the composting proses.
Can people compost in their own yard?
I compost in my yard and have a worm compost in my house. Before composting in your yard, check your local laws.
How do earthworms help composting?
They move around, creating air holes in your compost pile. The bacteria that breaks down your scraps into compost thrives when it is moved, and when it has availability to air. Their feces also help provide richer compost for gardening.
What it is a compost bin?
A bin that is used when composting manure and vegetation.
Can you use pineapple skins and tops in composting?
yes you can compost any fruit and you can compost the whole pineapple
What is the different between compose pit and compose heap?
A compost pit is composting materials put into a pit dug in the ground. A compost heap is when composting materials are placed in a heap on the surface of the ground.
What is the level of composting of waste in the US?
about 15% of the people in the USA compost
What is tumbler composting?
A compost tumbler is a drum mounted on rollers that has an attached crank thus making the turning of the compost easier. This turning mixes air with the composting material and speeds up the composting process. You can make your own or you can buy one from Compos Tumbler or other gardening companies.
How do you get worms out of a compost bin?
Do'nt remove the worms they are part of the composting process.
