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What does "biodegradable" refer to?
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By Recyclebank | March 18, 2019

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What does "biodegradable" refer to?
Materials like paper that otherwise would biodegrade, often don't in landfills because landfills are packed so tightly that biodegradation can't occur.
  • A material that is broken down by micro-organisms
  • A compound that breaks down into toxic chemicals
  • A material that will dissolve in water
  • A material that will break down in the sun
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