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What is Biodegradability?
Biodegradation refers to breakdown of substances by biochemical processes. “Ultimate” biodegradation means that the substance is not just broken down, but is completely reduced to its most simple components (carbon dioxide, water, minerals, etc.). Micro-organisms such as bacteria and fungi perform this activity in soil and water to gain energy or nutrients. Biodegradation is an important natural process that returns nutrients into the cycles that sustain life.
What are the benefits of biodegradability?
Biodegradability ensures that a chemical will not persist indefinitely in the environment. Biodegradation directly reduces the exposure of plants and animals to substances, thereby reducing potential toxicity. Biodegradation eliminates the potential for long-term unforeseen environmental effects. Complete biodegradation is a way to help ensure that a substance will not have an adverse impact on the environment.
What claims does Symbio Australia make for biodegradability?
The surfactants in all Symbio Australia cleaning products meet international and Australian standards for biodegradability.