Question

Segregate the following statements about agricultural and electronic waste.

a: It contains hazardous substances.
b: It is degradable.
c: It is waste generated from plants and animals.
d: It is non-biodegradable.
e: It does not contain hazardous substances.

• A. Agricultural waste: a, b, c
  Electronic waste: d, e
• B. Agricultural waste: a, c, e
  Electronic waste: b, d
• C. Agricultural waste: b, c, e
  Electronic waste: a, d
• D. Agricultural waste: b, c, d
  Electronic waste: a, e

Answer 1

The correct option is C Agricultural waste: b, c, e

Electronic waste: a, d
Agricultural waste is generated from plants and animals. They can be easily decomposed and is not harmful to environment as it doesn't contain any hazardous substances in them.
Electronic waste on the other hand is obtained from discarded and dysfunctional electronic gadgets. The materials used to make these electronics cause harmful health effects when not disposed properly.