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Jute and cotton are made from natural fibres unlike plastic bags which are based on petroleum products. So one advantage is less reliance on oil. Also, waste bags made from jute and cotton biodegrade much more quickly than the biodegradable plastic bags. However, in many areas in which cotton is growing, the high demand for water is causing problems with water supply and also serious soil degradation.
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How long does it take for paper to degrade?
Q: What is the life of paper? Ans. Paper can last from 10 years to thousands of years depending on the material used to make paper and the condition of storage. Paper made from cotton fiber can last as long as cotton last. Treated or untreated cotton has lasted more than 5000 years (Cotton used to wrap mummies in ancient Egypt is still intact). Cellulose fiber last longer than lignin, so bleached paper will last longer. alkaline or neutral sized paper last longer than Acid sized paper. Fine art papers that have no Optical Brightening Agents, that are acid-free, lignin-free, 100% cotton, and that are buffered (usually with a calcium carbonate reserve of about 1.5% - 2.0%) have an estimated life expectancy of 500 years or more (based on the American National Standards Institute and the American Society for Testing Materials). For interesting reading on long life Art Paper go to http://www.skyimagelab.com/fineartprints.html
Give practical strategies for reducing the negative effects of polythene materials on the environment?
Mostly used form of the polythene is polythene bags. That is why the matter of concern is more on the uses of polythene bags. Polythene bags can best be defined as a non-biodegradable substance that is used by people as packing materials. Despite the fact that they are cheap as well as light, they are hazardous in the following ways: The fact that they are non biodegradable makes them hard to dispose and as a result, they can act as breeding places for many of the disease germs which, sooner than later cause an epidemic in the surrounding people. The fact that they are very light also makes it very easy for them to be blown from place to place and as a result, the unending littering of the environment. That means waste is left in public places or road sides. This destroys the beautiful scenery. These polythene bags have over time been proven to be environmentally unfriendly considering the time taken for their decomposition. As a result of this time spun they can cause further problems like blocking water penetration into the soil which in turn affects food growth and development. Death of domestic animals specially the cows and the goats after eating the polythene bags. This clearly shows that waste if mismanaged can be very dangerous to the environment. During the rainy days these polythene bags blocks the drainage system of the city. Some times these blockage cause for blocking of whole drainage system and results in to floods.
What years did it snow in Charlotte NC?
On Average, Charlotte recieves 2-3 snow days per year with each being less than 3 inches.
Is a t1 line copper or fiber?
It can be one, the other, or both. Originally T1 was fiber with the last mile being copper. These days it is more common to have fiber run all the way to the POP.
When might rain glisten?
in sunny days
Why is the use of cotton and jute bags being encouraged these days?
Reusable shopping bags are preferred because plastic does not decompose within your lifetime, so it's building up and filling up all the garbage dumps.
Can fish survive in bags for four days?
NO
How many frost-free days are necessary for cotton to grow?
90 days
Why was the cotton club named the cotton club if there wasnt any candy involved?
because they was picking cotton back in the Harlem Renaissance days.
What did people in the olden days call school bags?
satchels
Why should you buy organic cotton?
If you're sensitive to chemicals, organic cotton is a great choice, plus it's hypoallergenic. Because organic cotton is used in a lot of bedding these days, like sheets, it creates a non-toxic environment for people to sleep on, while also being better for the earth.
What is cotton harvesting period?
20 long days
Cotton production increased with the help of what?
In the 1800's, the cotton gin increased the production of cotton ten fold (a lot), as cotton became more valuable by the minute in those days.
Who picked the cotton on the plantation?
Back in the way back days, slaves did. HMMM! I was not a slave & I picked cotton on a Mississippi plantation!
Why is the plant grown in cotton dies after some days?
the water will get spoilt
What material was used when making clothes in the olden days?
cotton wool
When do you use a cotton blanket?
A cotton blanket is used on colder days due to its softness and insulating properties. The cotton traps a lot of heat due to its fluffiness, keeping the user warm.
