Question

Which of the following set of wastes can be used to set up compost?

• A. Cow dung, coconut thresh, vegetable peels
• B. Cow dung, used tea leaves, discarded batteries
• C. Plastic cups, glass bottles, discarded batteries
• D. Discarded plastic mug, vegetable peels, metal cans

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Cow dung, coconut thresh, vegetable peels

The decayed organic material is used as a fertilizer for growing plants. Cow dung, coconut thresh, vegetable peels are the biodegradable wastes, hence can be used to make compost that act as a natural fertilizer for plants.