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How can domestic waste be used as manure?

Primarily classify domestic wastes as two types-bio degradable and non-biodegradable types. Biodegradable waste such as leaves, rotten food, etc. should be deposited in landfills, where they get decomposed aerobically and anaerobically into manure. Non-biodegradable waste (which cannot be degraded) such as plastic, glass, metal scraps etc. should be sent for recycling.


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