Question

Distinguish between biodegradable and non-biodegradable wastes. Give one example of each.

Answer 1

Biodegradable wastes	Non-biodegradable wastes
These are organic wastes.	These are non-organic wastes.
These can be decomposed by the action of microorganisms like bacteria, fungi, etc.	These cannot be decomposed by the action of microorganisms like bacteria, fungi, etc.
Can be converted into useful manure	Cannot be converted into useful manure
E.g., Vegetable peels	E.g., Plastic