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ch - 12 Waste Generation and Management — Geography STD 10 — Question

ICSE BoardEnglish MediumSTD 10Geographych - 12 Waste Generation and Management2 Marks
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Biodegradable and Non-biodegradable waste.
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BiodegradableNon-biodegradable
The biodegradable wastes break down and decompose by microorganism like bacteria and fungi in the soil. e.g. Wood, Paper etc.Non-biodegradable waste includes that material which does not breakdown or decompose in the soil. e.g. Plastics, Poly- bags etc.

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