Multiple choice

‘Plastic and glass materials’ are which type of waste?

  1. Biodegradable and recyclable

  2. Non-biodegradable and non-recyclable

  3. Non-biodegradable and recyclable

  4. Biodegradable and non-recyclable
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C Correct answer
Explanation

There are two types of wastes: (i) Biodegradable (ii) Non-biodegradable Biodegradable waste can be decomposed by bacteria. Plastics can be recycled. The recycling rate for plastic bottles is 57% and for pots, tubs and trays, it is 30%. Glass is one of the few materials that can be recycled infinitely without any loss in strength, purity or quality. 

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