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Can biodegradable wastes be harmful?

Yes, sometimes biodegradable waste can be harmful also.

Because when these materials are decomposed with the help of microorganisms, then there is a release of powerful green house gases. These greenhouse gases when reacting with high energy UV radiations in the atmosphere leads to the depletion of the ozone layer. This will harm the various members of the eco-system.


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