| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Title of host publication | Encyclopedia of Consumption and Waste |
| Subtitle of host publication | The Social Science of Garbage |
| Editors | Carl A. Zimring, William L. Rathje |
| Place of Publication | Thousand Oaks |
| Publisher | SAGE |
| Pages | 75-76 |
| Volume | 1 |
| ISBN (Electronic) | 9781452218526 |
| ISBN (Print) | 9781412988193 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 27 Feb 2012 |
| Externally published | Yes |
Abstract
Biodegradable matter is material capable of being decomposed by bacteria or other biological means. Biodegradable matter usually consists of organic materials such as plant, animal, and other substance matter originating from living organisms. It has the ability to be broken down ...