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Our Environment — Science STD 10 — Question

CBSE BoardEnglish MediumSTD 10ScienceOur Environment2 Marks
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What is meant by biodegradable waste materials? Give two examples of biodegradable wastes.
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Answer

The waste materials which can be broken down to non- poisonous substances in nature in due course of time by the action of micro-organisms like certain bacteria are called biodegradable waste materials. Example? Paper and wool.

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