Objective
Test the biodegradability of various materials and observe their decomposition rates.
Materials
- Organic materials (e.g., fruit peels, paper)
- Non-organic materials (e.g., plastic, aluminum foil)
- Soil
- Containers
- Notebook for observations
Instructions
- Bury different organic and non-organic materials in separate containers filled with soil.
- Label each container with the type of material buried inside.
- Observe the materials over several weeks, noting any visible changes or signs of decomposition.
- Record your observations in a notebook, including the decomposition rate of each material.
- Compare the biodegradability of organic versus non-organic materials.
- Analyze your findings to understand the environmental impact of different types of waste.