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Wastes that rot by the action of decomposers eg. peels of vegetables or fruit, etc are called biodegradable

Wastes that do not rot by the action of decomposers eg. plastic bottles, etc are called nonbiodegradable

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they are pesticidesthat don't brake down. an example of a non-biodegradable pesticide is DDT

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A pollutant that is not broken down by natural processes is called non degradable pollutant,such as heavy metals which have high toxic content and are very persistent.

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What are the degradable and non degradable pollutants?

Disposal whidh can be decompose by nature are called deradable pollutants


What are degradable and non degradable pollutant?

Disposal whidh can be decompose by nature are called deradable pollutants


What main pollutants are present in small amounts?

Temporary pollunt&bio-degradable pollutants.


What is non degradable waste?

waste that is non degradable


Define biodegradable pollutant and non-biodegradable pollutant and give examples of each?

Biodegradable pollutant specifically refer to pollutants that are not harmful and are able to compose naturally. e.g. sewage Non biodegradable pollutant refer to organic compound such as metal which have a high toxic content and have a very harmful effect upon environment. This organic compound cannot decompose by microorganism


What are the effects of non degradable and non degradable materials toward a green environment?

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Is glass degradable?

Glass is recyclable. Glass is non degradable. Bio degradable waste rots away. Oil based paints are normally not bio degradable.


Why are degradable and non degradable objects be recycled together?

because they are both part of recycling


What are the classification of waste?

1) Bio-degradable waste 2) Non bio-degradable waste


What is the opposite of the word 'bio-degradable'?

Non-Biodegradable


Benefits of bio degradable over non bio degradable materials?

Suck on a chupa chup and throw it in the bin


How can recycle waste and non degradable waste?

yes it can be recycled