Question

Degradable and non-degradable waste. Explain the differences.

Answer 1

Degradable substance ----- The substance which is capable to decomposed by natural means like temperature , oxygen etc.

Non biodegradable substance ------ The substance which can't be decomposed by natural means like temperature , oxygen etc.

Answer 2

Dear Student,

◆ Degradable waste Vs non-degradable waste -

1. Degradable waste gets decomposed in nature non-degradable waste doesn't decompose.
2. Degradable waste is harmless while non-biodegradable waste is harmful.
3. Degradable waste doesn't accumulate while non-degradable waste gets accumulated.
4. Usually organic waste is degradable while non-organic waste is non-degradable.
5. Example of degradable waste - fruits, vegetables, paper, cotton, etc. Examples of non-degradable waste - plastic, metals, synthetic polymers, etc.

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