Making Good Choices about Biodegradability

by Judy Monroe Peterson

Biodegradability is the ability of substances to be broken down into simpler substances by bacteria. People around the world use great numbers of non-biodegradable products, including plastics, medicines, and pesticides. The process of biodegradation is key to Earth's life cycle. If unchecked, the production and use of non-biodegradable substances could have huge effects on life on Earth. In this useful book, students explore what living "Green" means...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1435856082
• ISBN13: 9781435856080
• Release Date: August 2009
• Publisher: Rosen Central
• Length: 64 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 7.1" x 9.0"
• Age Range: 10 to 13 years
• Grade Range: Grades 5 to 8