Question

List the problems caused by the non-biodegradable wastes that we generate.

Answer 1

There are many hazardous issues that result due to generation of non-biodegradable wastes. These are:

1. Clogging of drain.

2. Soil destruction.

3. Biomagnification of mercury, DDT and other chemicals in the body.

4. Air pollution.

5. Land pollution.

6. Water pollution.

7. Ecological imbalance.

8. Death of cattle due to ingestion of plastics.

9. Chemical fertilizers, pesticides changes soil chemistry and affects aquatic life.

10. Decreases soil fertility.