Describe each waste in what will happen to this waste when thrown away
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Proper waste segregation and recycling help reduce pollution and protect health and nature.Biodegradable Waste (e.g., food scraps, paper, leaves)What happens: These decompose naturally, but if left in landfills without proper conditions, they can release methane, a harmful gas.Non-Biodegradable Waste (e.g., plastic, glass, metals)What happens: They do not rot or decompose easily. Plastics can stay in the environment for hundreds of years, harming animals and polluting water.Hazardous Waste (e.g., batteries, chemicals, pesticides)What happens: Can leak toxic substances into the soil and water, harming people and wildlife.Electronic Waste (e.g., old phones, computers)What happens: If thrown improperly, harmful metals like lead and mercury can pollute the environment.Medical Waste (e.g., used syringes, bandages)What happens: Can spread disease if not handled and disposed of correctly.
