Human and animal wastes are examples of non-biodegradable waste.

True

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False

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Solution

The correct option is B False
Non-biodegradable waste cannot be decomposed by micro-organisms but human and animal wastes can be broken down by natural agents. Therefore, the statement is false, as human and animal wastes are biodegradable waste.

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