Question 8
Correct the definition of certain terms given below by changing only one word.
(a) Compost: Substances converted into manure for use in industries.
(b) Landfill: Garbage buried under water in an area.
(c) Recycling: Reuse of unused material in the same or another form.
Question 8
Correct the definition of certain terms given below by changing only one word.
(a) Compost: Substances converted into manure for use in industries.
(b) Landfill: Garbage buried under water in an area.
(c) Recycling: Reuse of unused material in the same or another form.
(a) Compost: Substances converted into manure for use in agricultural fields.
The process of converting organic materials like plants and animal waste into manure is called composting. This manure can be used in agricultural fields.
(b) Landfill: Garbage buried under soil in an area.
Garbage from our houses is dumped on a low-lying open area which is called as landfills.
(c) Recycling: Reuse of used material in the same or another form.
Recycling is an essential method to minimise waste accumulation and reduce pollution. Old newspapers, notebooks and used envelops are examples of recyclable materials.
(a) Compost: Substances converted into manure for use in agricultural fields.
The process of converting organic materials like plants and animal waste into manure is called composting. This manure can be used in agricultural fields.
(b) Landfill: Garbage buried under soil in an area.
Garbage from our houses is dumped on a low-lying open area which is called as landfills.
(c) Recycling: Reuse of used material in the same or another form.
Recycling is an essential method to minimise waste accumulation and reduce pollution. Old newspapers, notebooks and used envelops are examples of recyclable materials.
