Question

Biodegradable waste is-

• A. Polythene bags
• B. Broken glass and crockery
• C. Livestock
• D. Discard plastic

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Livestock

The correct option is C:

Explanation of correct option:

1. Those waste materials which can be broken down to non-poisonous substances in nature in due course of time by the action of microorganisms like certain bacteria are called biodegradable wastes.
2. A biodegradable waste naturally decays and becomes harmless after some time. Cattle dung compost and livestock are common examples of biodegradable wastes.

Explanation of incorrect option:-
Option A:

Polythene bags are Non-biodegradable substances.

Option B:

Broken glass and crockery are Non-biodegradable substances.

Option D:

Discard plastic is a Non-biodegradable substance.

Final answer: Hence, Biodegradable waste is Livestock.