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What is the most characteristic feature of Non Biodegradable substance |
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Answer» The non-biodegradable substances do not break down or dissolve for many years. Because of that, they can be recycled and reused. So, instead of throwing wastes in the garbage, it can be dumped in a proper recycling place making it useful for other purposes.Non-biodegradable materials are not easily affected by the natural process as they do not react with and dissolve in the soil easily. Some of these items that are commonly used in day to day lives are plastic products, aluminum cans, bottles, metal scraps, glasses, grocery bags and Styrofoam (polystyrene). These and other non-biodegradable items have to be stored properly after use so that they can be recycled. \tEnzymes which are used in the degradation of the substances are specific in their action and specific enzymes are needed for the breakdown of a particular substrate and that is why all bacteria cannot decompose all kinds of waste.\tThe non-biodegradable substances are acted upon by physical processes like heat and pressure.\tNon-biodegradable substances are inert. |
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