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प्रश्न
Differentiate between degradable and non-degradable type of waste.
उत्तर
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DEGRADABLE WASTE |
NON-DEGRADABLE WASTE |
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The waste that can be decomposed by micro-organisms is called degradable waste. |
The waste that cannot be decomposed by micro-organisms is called non-degradable waste. |
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E.g. Vegetable peel, paper, cloth etc. |
E.g. Plastic |
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