Question

What do you mean by biodegradable and non biodegradable wastes?

Answer 1

• Biodegradable wastes are the waste materials that can be decomposed and broken down into simpler substances by the action of microorganisms. These type of wastes are generally generated from plant and animal sources.
• Non biodegradable wastes are the waste materials that can not be decomposed and broken down into simpler substances by the action of microorganisms. Plastics are considered as non-biodegradable waste.