Question
What are biodegradable and non-biodegradable materials? Explain with examples.
Solution
Biodegradable materials : A material which gets decomposed through natural process, such as action by microorganisms is called biodegradable. For example, paper, leaves, vegetables, fruits etc.
Non-biodegradable materials : A material which is not easily decomposed by natural processes, such as action of microorganisms are called non-biodegradable materials. For example : Glass, copper, plastics, synthetic fibres etc.
