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Distinguish between biodegradable and non-biodegradable wastes.

Biodegradable wastes are those which can be degraded or break down with the help of biological processes whereas non- biodegradable wastes can’t be break down with the help of biological processes into organic substances.

The example of bio-degradable waste are: Paper, vegetable peels etc


The examples of non-biodegradable waste are: Plastic and Glass.


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