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The decaying process takes place with the help of _____which are known as decomposers.
bacteria and fungi
shrubs and trees
rats and flies
It is the ability of an object to rot or undergo decay.
Decomposition
Biodegradable
Biodegradability
Which of the following materials can easily decay?
cellophane, foil, tin can
rubber, Styrofoam, wood
dried leaves, paper, plastic
newspaper, fruit peelings, tissue
Nonbiodegradable materials can cause clogged drainages as well as water and land pollution when thrown irresponsibly.
True
False
Which of the following pictures shows wastes that can be added in a compost?
Which is not an effect of decaying materials?
foul odor
causes food poisoning
improves health
It is a place to dispose of waste by burying and covering it over with soil.
garbage truck
landfill
recycling center
trash bins
It is the process of sorting garbage by keeping wet and dry wastes separately.
composting
landfill
waste segregation
Which of the following should not be disposed of in the biodegradable bin?
empty can
food waste
yard trimmings
Plastic bottles must be placed in the _________ bin.
biodegradable
non-recyclable
recyclable
Composting converts biodegradable wastes into fertilizer which is toxic for gardening plants.
True
False
A landfill is our best option for sustainable waste disposal.
TRUE
FALSE
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