Question

which term describes materials that will decompose and become part of the earth?

○ nonbiodegradable

○ recyclable

○ disposable

○ biodegradable

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• "nonbiodegradable" means materials that do not decompose, so this is incorrect.
• "recyclable" refers to materials that can be processed to be reused, not about decomposing into the earth, so incorrect.
• "disposable" means materials intended to be used once and then thrown away, not related to decomposition into the earth, so incorrect.
• "biodegradable" refers to materials that can be broken down by natural processes (like bacteria, fungi) and become part of the earth.

Answer:

D. biodegradable