biodegradable

biodegradable

Organic matter that can break down or decompose rapidly under natural conditions and processes is referred to as biodegradable. Garden and food waste, animal waste, and most paper products, as well as plastics derived from vegetable content, will biodegrade, but not plastic carrier bags and polystyrene cups, for example.

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contaminantes biodegradables

Natural environment; Water

Contaminantes que tienen la capacidad de descomponerse en condiciones naturales.

lluvia ácida

Natural environment; Climate change

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atmósfera

Natural environment; Climate change

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biodiversidad

Natural environment; Climate change

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carbono

Natural environment; Climate change

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dióxido de carbono (CO2)

Natural environment; Climate change

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deforestación

Natural environment; Climate change

The permanent removal of standing forests that can lead to significant levels of carbon dioxide emissions.

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