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GARBAGE IN GARBAGE OUT MCQs

Total Questions : 93 | Page 10 of 10 pages
Question 91.


Why are earthworms called 'farmer's friend'?


  1.     They improve soil quality.
  2.     They make soil humid.
  3.     They consume non-biodegradable waste.
  4.     They act as insecticide.
 Discuss Question
Answer: Option A. -> They improve soil quality.
:
A

Earthworms are used for composting. This is called vermicomposting. They help in increasing the fertility of the soil and are called as 'farmer's friend'.


Question 92.


Which of the following is useful components of garbage?


  1.     Plastics
  2.     Glass
  3.     Iron pieces
  4.     Vegetable waste
 Discuss Question
Answer: Option D. -> Vegetable waste
:
D
Useful garbage components are those that can be decayed easily. The process of decaying is known as composting. Useful garbage components are fruit and vegetable wastes, plant and animal wastes, tea leaves, coffee grounds and paper. These useful components of garbage are converted into manure in the soil.
Question 93.


Which of the following packaging materials should be preferred for keeping the environment safe?


  1.    
  2.    
  3.    
  4.    
 Discuss Question
Answer: Option B. ->
:
B and C
Plastic bags are non-biodegradable. They take thousands of years to decompose. This leads to the accumulation of plastic waste in the environment and causes significant harm in the form of air, water, and land pollution.
However, paper and jute bags are made from natural substances. They are biodegradable and get decomposed in a short span of time.
Hence, paper and jute bags should be preferred over plastic bags.

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