Question 5 - Past Year - 2 Mark Questions - Chapter 15 Class 10 - Our Environment

Give any two ways in which biodegradable substances would affect the environment.

Answer:

Two ways in which biodegradable substances would affect the environment are 

• The decomposition of biodegradable substance produces foul smell, which can lead to discomfort for people residing nearby.
• The place where all the biodegradable waste is collected can act as a breeding place for various flies, which can carry germs and cause diseases.
• They Increase soil fertility as they convert into simpler substances