by Wendy Brandt Martinenas
Did you ever think about how long it will take for your garbage to disintegrate after you throw it away? Here are some examples.
- Paper: 2-4 Weeks
- Banana Peel: 3-5 Weeks
- Wool Cap: 1 Year
- Cigarette Butt: 2-5 Years
- Disposable Diaper: 10-20 Years
- Hard Plastic Container: 20-30 Years
- Rubber Boot Sole: 50-80 Years
- Tin Can: 80-100 Years
- Aluminum Can: 200-400 Years
- Plastic 6-pack Holder: 450 Years
- Glass Bottles: Lots and Lots of Years
Source: Bureau of Land Management http://www.blm.gov/education/lnt/background/packing.htm
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