Question

Which of the following groups contain only biodegradable material? a. Plastic , flower, metal tin b. Cake, wood, glass c. Grass, wood, plastic d. Cake, flower , grass​

Answer 1

The answer is (c) and (d)

Explanation:-

Wastes capable of being broken down or decomposed rapidly by the actions of microorganisms are called biodegradable wastes. Of these options, Fruit-peels, cake, lime juice, wood and grass can be easily decomposed. Hence, the answer is (c) and (d).

Plastic and leather items are non- biodegradable, which causes soil pollution and, when burnt, cause harmful fumes to expose to the atmosphere, leading to air pollution.

Non-biodegradable wastes are those that cannot be decomposed or dissolved by natural agents