Design and Technology GCSE
Biodegradability
What Biodegradability means in Design and Technology GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Biodegradability
The ability of a material to be broken down naturally by microorganisms into harmless substances.
Topics that use Biodegradability
- Papers and Boards: The sources, origins, physical and working properties of papers and boards and their social and ecological footprint (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
Related terms
- Compressive Strength
- FSC (Forest Stewardship Council)
- gsm (grams per square metre)
- Laminate
- Working Properties
Using Biodegradability in the exam
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