Question

Burning of non-biodegradable wastes releases harmful pollutants.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is A

True

Non-biodegradable materials include plastics (plastic bags, plastics from various appliances, phones ), foam cups, polystyrene material, egg trays etc. The burning of such material releases poisonous gases such as styrene, dioxins etc. Styrene gas is readily absorbed by skin and lungs. It can cause many respiratory diseases and is also carcinogenic.