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12(ii)
Study the picture given below and answer the questions that follow:
State two benefits of this waste management practice.
Topic: Composting
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(1) It turns organic waste into a nutrient-rich natural fertiliser that improves the soil. (2) It cuts down the volume of waste sent to dumps and landfills.
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