Question

What do we do to the useful components (biodegradable) of the garbage?

Answer 1

The useful or bio-degradable components of garbage are used to make compost through composting.

During composting, waste materials like fruit and vegetable peel, egg shells, used tea leaves, waste food, dry leaves, etc. are dumped in a pit. The pit is covered with multiple layers of soil. It is left in the same state for 20-25 days for decomposition to take place. After 20-25 days, if the garbage has turned black in colour and no foul smell is emitted, it means rotting of garbage is complete and compost is ready to use.