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- n. The capacity of a material to decompose over time as a result of biological activity, especially to be broken down by microorganisms
Examples
“According to scientific methods, the toxicity and biodegradability of a mixture must be tested on the mixture as a whole.”
“Kmart 2009 consent order: challenging biodegradability claims for paper plates.”
“Example: K-Mart and biodegradability claims for things like paper plates.”
“Keep in mind, too, that much consumer confusion surrounds the biodegradability and recyclability of bioplastics.”
“Along with the artist's renderings of badgers, each item is illustrated with easy to understand icons referencing water resistance, biodegradability (meaning you can go into a lake or ocean without harming the aquatic life), animal testing (none), and UVA rating.”
The Huffington Post: Marcia G. Yerman: Sunscreen Protection and Nail Polish: A Green Approach
“NatureFlex NK was launched in 2008 and offers not only biodegradability and compostability, but also a moisture barrier approaching that of co-extruded OPP.”
“Recover also includes recover nutrients for biodegradability, and energy from materials at total end-of-life.”
“Innovia, NatureFlex NM is the only metalized biodegradable film suitable for home composting because of its low metal content – less than 0.02% – which slows the film's degradation by a matter of days but does not interfere with its biodegradability in any other way.”
“People think that plastic bags have been around for ever - but I am just old enough to remember their introduction, and the worries at the time about their lack of biodegradability.”
“It is the only metallised biodegradable film suitable for home composting because the level of metal is so small - less than 0.02% - which slows the film's degradation by a matter of days but does not interfere with its biodegradability in any other way.”
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