Question

Non-biodegradable waste is-

• A. Garbage
• B. Metallic article
• C. Sewage
• D. Waste paper

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Metallic article

The correct option is B:

Explanation of correct option:

1. The non-biodegradable waste materials cannot be broken down into non-poisonous or harmless substances in nature.
2. Examples of non-biodegradable wastes are Plastics; Polythene bags; Synthetic fibers; Glass objects; Metal articles like Aluminium cans; Iron nails; Silver foil and Radioactive wastes.

Explanation of incorrect option:
Option A:

Garbage is biodegradable waste.

Option C:

Sewage is a biodegradable waste that mainly consists of fecal waste and other wastage.

Option D

Waste paper is biodegradable waste.

Final answer: Hence, Non-biodegradable waste is a Metallic article.