Some substances can be easily degraded and broken down into simple soluble substances by the action of enzymes secreted by microorganisms called decomposers
Biodegradable substances can be easily degraded and broken down into simple soluble substances by the action of enzymes secreted by microorganisms called decomposers
During the decomposition of biodegradable substances, foul smell and harmful gases are produced, spreading in the environment and making life difficult for people nearby
Non-biodegradable substances like pesticides and chemicals enter the living body through water and food, causing harmful effects and biological magnification through the food chain
During the recycling of non-biodegradable substances like plastic and polythene, carcinogenic toxins are released into the environment, causing health problems
Decomposers are microbes that break down complex organic substances into simpler ones, recycling materials in the biosphere and maintaining the food chain
Decomposition of waste materials can be reduced by sorting biodegradable and non-biodegradable wastes, promoting the use of recycled items, and converting non-biodegradable materials into ash through incineration
Biological magnification is the accumulation of toxic substances, especially non-biodegradable ones, at each trophic level, with the highest concentration at the top trophic level