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Why do organic materials decompose so slowly inside of a landfill? List 3 factorsthat are required for biodegradation

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The more organic waste present in a landfill, the more landfill gas is produced by bacterial decomposition. Some types of organic waste contain nutrients, such as sodium, potassium, calcium, and magnesium, that help bacteria thrive. When these nutrients are present, landfill

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