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प्रश्न
Distinguish between the following pair:
Biodegradable and Non-biodegradable waste.
फरक स्पष्ट करा
उत्तर
| Biodegradable waste | Non-biodegradable waste | |
| 1. | Biodegradable wastes are substances which can be broken down by microorganisms into harmless and non-toxic substances. | Non-biodegradable wastes are those substances that cannot be broken down by microorganisms. |
| 2. | These include animal and agricultural waste, like, for example, dung, leaves, kitchen leftovers, etc. | These include plastics, styrofoam, metallic cans, glass, electronic waste (E-waste), etc. |
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