Question

what is biodegradable and non biodegradable waste? Give some examples.

Answer 1

Biodegradable waste:

Biodegradable wastes are the waste materials which can be broken down naturally by act of microorganisms

Example: Food Waste, Paper Waste, etc.

Non-Biodegradable Waste:

Non-Biodegradable wastes are the waste materials which cannot be broken down naturally.

Example:  Plastic, Tyres, Tins, Chemicals, etc.

Answer 2

Example- Human and animal excreta, Plant products like rubber, paper, wood, leaves, cotton, and wool, Dead remains of living organisms, Kitchen waste, Agricultural waste. Non biodegradable materials are those which can not be degraded by natural processes into usable forms.