Question

Give any two ways in which biodegradable and non biodegradable substance would effect the environment?.​

Answer 1

Explanation:

biodegradable substance

They may produce foul smell during decomposition process. They may produce some harmful gases such as ammonia, methane, carbon dioxide, etc., which can further-cause global warming.

non biodegradable substance

The non-biodegradable substances get accumulated and doesnt get decomposed hence it remains in the ecosystem and causes pollution, chokes the system of many animals and kill them. (ii) These substances due to accumulation cause water and soil pollution e.g., pesticides, detergents, polythene.

Answer 2

Explanation:

Non biodegradable substances would affect the environment because-;

• They contaminate soil and water resources as they cannot be decomposed by micro-organisms.
• These substances, when accidentally eaten by stray animals, can harm them and can even cause their death.