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Give examples of non-biodegradable waste which can be recycled.


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Non-biodegradable waste

  • All the waste materials which cannot be decomposed in the presence of natural agents are called non-biodegradable wastes.

Examples:

  • Some common examples of non-biodegradable wastes are plastic, glass, metals, etc.
  • Metals, glass and plastic can be recycled if they are conserved properly after using them once.
  • Melting previously used metals (tin cans, aluminum foil), new products can be created.
  • Glass once used can be recycled if it is not destroyed completely.
  • Most of the plastics can be recycled and are presently being recycled to control pollution.

Final Answer: Examples of non-biodegradable waste which can be recycled or reused are metals, glass and plastic.


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