Biodegradability refers to the ability of things to be decomposed by microorganisms like bacteria. Decomposers are organisms, such as bacteria or fungi, that cause dead organic matter to decay. Nonbiodegradable materials cannot be broken down by microorganisms. The document discusses biodegradability, decomposers, nonbiodegradable materials, and the 3 Rs in relation to reducing waste.

1. BIODEGRADABILITY

2. Biodegradab
le
It refers to the ability of
things to get disintegrated
(decomposed) by the action
of micro-organisms such as
bacteria.

3. Decomposer
s
It refers to an organism
such as a bacterium or
fungus that makes dead
plant and animal material
decay.

4. Nonbiodegrada
ble
It refers to the ability of
things to get disintegrated
(decomposed) by the action
of micro-organisms such as
bacteria.

5. 3 Rs

6. Let us try!
Biodegradable Nonbiodegradable