Which of the following cannot be added in a composting pit to prepare compost?(a) sunflower plants (b) fruit and vegetable peels (c) flowers of plastic (d) red worms
Correct Answer: (c) flowers of plastic
Explanation: Plastic is a non-biodegradable substance. Hence, it cannot be added in a composting pit to prepare compost.
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