Difference between Biodegradable and Non Biodegradable
The major differences between Biodegradable and Non-Biodegradable materials are,
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Biodegradable vs. Non-Biodegradable |
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Biodegradable |
Non-Biodegradable |
| Biodegradable materials can be decomposed naturally by microorganisms and other living organisms. | Non-Biodegradable materials can not be decomposed naturally by any living organisms. |
| The decomposition of such materials takes place in presence of air, sunlight, water, soil, microorganisms, and all. | However, Non-Biodegradable wastes can not decay in the ecosystem naturally and create pollution. |
| Biodegradable wastes come from organic things like kitchen waste, paper, organic waste, etc. | While non-biodegradable wastes are manufactured chemically, therefore found to become from human activities |
| Faster Rate of Decomposition. | Slower Rate of Decomposition. |
| Such waste is useful for the production of fertilizers, manure, compost, biogas, etc. | This waste is needed to be separated first and get recycled, which is expensive and time-consuming. |
| e.g. Kitchen waste, Human waste, Manure, Sewage sludge, Dead animals and plants, etc. | e.g. Glass, Plastic, Metals, Hazardous substances, Pesticides, Fibers, etc. |
Biodegradable and Non Biodegradable
Biodegradable and Non-biodegradable are types of waste materials (or substances) that are categorized on the basis of their degradation. Biodegradable materials can be decomposed or broken down by microorganisms and other living organisms while Non-Biodegradable materials cannot be decomposed or broken down by microorganisms and other living organisms rather leading to pollution.
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