Same chapter1 markDifficulty: Easy
Which of the following is non-biodegradable?
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2 marksDifficulty: Easy
State two methods of the safe disposal of biodegradable waste.
Original Khojo Papers practice question — not from a past board paper.
Answer
Biodegradable waste can be composted, in which micro-organisms break it down into manure that can be returned to the soil. It can also be treated in a biogas plant, where anaerobic decomposition yields methane for fuel and a slurry that serves as fertiliser.
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Explanation
Segregating biodegradable waste at source makes both methods far more effective.
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