Question

Differentiate between Bio-degradable and non-biodegradable wastes.​

Answer 1

Difference Between Biodegradable and Non-Biodegradable Substances. Biodegradable substances are those that degrades or break down naturally. Non-biodegradable substances are those that do not degrade easily. These terms itself defines the ability of the substances which are degradable or not.

Answer 2

1. Meaning :-The wastes that decompose naturally in the environment and are considered safe for the environment are called as biodegradable substances. Such wastes which do not decompose naturally in the environment causes pollution and are also harmful to the living being are called the non-biodegradable substances.
2. Examples Dead plants and animals, their waste, fruits, vegetables, flowers, paper, etc. Chemicals, paints, plastic, rubber, toxic, plastic, metals, etc.
3. The rate of decomposition Slow. Fast.
4. Decomposed by Bacteria, fungi, and other living organisms have the capability of decomposing the material into the soil. These substances do not degrade easily or by the action of natural agents.
5. Use After degradation, they can be used to produce biogas, manure, fertilisers, compost. As their degradation rate is slow and the separation and recycling are not easy and expensive too.
6. Biodegradable substances are not harmful to the environment. They are harmful to the environment.