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Which of the following substances are biodegradable waste?

A
Plastics
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Aluminium cans
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C
Metal scraps
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D
Food waste
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Solution

The correct option is D Food waste

Biodegradable materials are those which can be decomposed by bacteria or other natural organisms and not adding to pollution. Examples: Food wastes, biodegradable plastics, paper wastes, etc.

Non-biodegradable wastes are those which cannot be decomposed by bacteria or other natural organisms and contributes to pollution. Examples: Metal scraps, plastics, aluminium cans, etc.


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