Question

What is the main reason for waste becoming non-biodegradable?

• A. Changes in food styles.
• B. Changes in marketing.
• C. Changes in packaging.
• D. Changes in consumerism.

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Changes in packaging.

Improvements in our lifestyle have resulted in greater amounts of waste material generation. Changes in attitude also have a role to play, with more and more things we use becoming disposable.
Changes in packaging have resulted in much of our waste becoming non-biodegradable. Non-biodegradable wastes are materials that will not be decomposed by natural processes. Non-biodegradable waste products have long-lasting effects on land fills, where toxic pollutants often contaminate ground water. Non-biodegradable plastics can also lead to out-gassing.