biodegradable vs photodegradable

biodegradable

adj
  • Capable of being decomposed by biological activity, especially by microorganisms. 

noun
  • Any material that can be decomposed by biological activity. 

photodegradable

adj
  • Capable of being chemically broken down as the result of a photochemical reaction 

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