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Differentiate between biodegradable and non-biodegradable substances. Cite examples.

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Biodegradable          substances              

Non-biodegradable substances           
These can be broken down into simpler
substances by biological processes and actions of microorganisms.		 These can not be broken down into simpler substances by biological processes or by action of microorganisms.
Examples: paper, vegetable peels, leaves. Examples: DDt, polythene bags, plastics.
They are environmentally friendly. They are not environment friendly.
can be recycled naturally as well as by humans. cannot be recycled.
Can produce useful products after biodegrading. These pollute the environment.

 

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