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Because heat is a by-product of the decomposition process. As the material decomposes, the bacteria can generate temperatures near 200 degrees F.
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Why does a compost heap feel hot in the middle?
A compost heap is hot in the middle because this is where the microbes are starting to break down the material in the compost heap and as part of their process they generate heat.
Why is it necessary to water a compost heap in dry weather and to turn it regularly?
composting organisms need heat and oxygen to break down the compost. If you don't turn the compost, anaerobic bacteria will take over and cause very bad smell.
Can marigolds go in compost?
In the hot summer heat!
What is the orange mold growing in your kitchen compost bin?
If you have orange mold growing in your kitchen compost bin, you need to take your compost out. Mold is hot healthy to have in your house.
Why compost with worms?
they eat it and poo it out so compost is really poo so is mud
Should Compost be full of Bugs and Roaches?
Commercial compost should be sterile so if bought compost the answer is no.
If you put mushrooms from your lawn in the compost bin will the resulting compost grow thousands of mushrooms?
If your compost gets hot, like it's supposed to, then it will kill the mushroom spores and you will not have mushrooms growing in your bin.
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.
Why would someone have a compost bin?
To compost their green waste so they then can add it to their yards and gardens.
How Does Compost Help A Community?
Compost helps a community by giving the plants food so that they grow better.
Why does a compost heap have slits at the bottom?
A compost heap has slits at the bottom so that oxygen can circulate through the dirt.
How do you make the compost pile hot?
Add water to the pile to keep it moist and turn the pile often.
