Question

Waste that cannot be broken down by decomposers

Answer 1

Waste that cannot be broken down by decomposers are called as Non- biodegradable wastes.

Explanation:

• Non- biodegradable wastes are those type of waste that cannot be broken by microorganisms or decomposers or are not dissolved by natural agents.
• It is a major source of pollution in our environment because they remain on the earth for thousands of years without any degradation.
• These wastes are generally inorganic in nature.
• Example of such non - biodegradable waste is plastic.
• It may be recycled but the process is very expensive and hence is rarely used.
• Although efforts are made to replace the use of such non- biodegradable products with biodegradable materials.