Question

Distinguish between aerobic and anaerobic composting.

Answer 1

• Composting: It is a natural degradation process carried out with the help of microorganisms to converts waste into simple organic compounds. It can be of aerobic and anaerobic type of composting.
  
• Aerobic composting is a technique in which composting is done by microorganisms that require oxygen. Carbon dioxide is released as a by-product.
  
• Anaerobic composting is a technique in which composting is achieved by microbes that do not require oxygen. Methane is released in higher quantities.