Household Wastes

These are substances broken down by

These are substances broken down by biological processes. Common examples include kitchen waste, spoilt food, vegetable peels, and used tea leaves.

These are substances not broken down

These are substances not broken down by biological processes. They may be inert and persist in the environment for a long time.

Household waste should be separated into

Household waste should be separated into wet and dry waste. Wet waste includes biodegradable materials, while dry waste includes items like dry leaves

Some household wastes may release toxic

Some household wastes may release toxic compounds that can pollute soil and water bodies. Even if the total amount is not obvious, the possible harm i

Organic waste can be buried

Organic waste can be buried in a pit or pot, covered with soil, and allowed to decompose into manure compost over time.