Biodegradable and Non-biodegradable Materials Worksheet

Which of the following is biodegradable?

• Plastic

• Glass

• Vegetable peels

• Metal

Which material does NOT decompose easily?

• Fruits

• Paper

• Rubber

• Animal waste

What helps biodegradable materials break down?

• Machines

• Microorganisms

• Cars

• Sunlight only

What can biodegradable waste become after decomposition?

• Plastic

• Compost or manure

• Rubber

• Glass

Why is plastic harmful to the environment?

• It grows quickly

• It decomposes in a few days

• It takes hundreds of years to decompose

• It helps plants grow