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''To discard the household waste we should have two separate dust-bins, one for the biodegradable waste and the other for the non -biodegradable waste."Justify this statement suggesting the proper way of disposal of these wastes.

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Biodegradable wastes are broken down by microorganisms and can also contribute to soil fertility. Therefore they could be used in vermicomposts and can be utilized as manure.
But, non -biodegradable wastes are harmful to the soil. They have to be segregated and those recyclable have to be recycled.


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