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non-degradable
adjective
(alsonondegradable)uk /ˌnɒn.dɪˈɡreɪ.də.bəl/ us /ˌnɑːn.dɪˈɡreɪ.də.bəl/
A non-degradable substance will not degrade (= change into a more simple chemical structure over time): 不可降解的
One of the dangers of lead is the fact that it is non-degradable, which means that it remains in the atmosphere forever.铅的危险之一是它不可降解，这意味着它会永远留在大气中。
Nondegradable plastic floats in the sea, where it chokes and kills fish and other wildlife.不可降解的塑料漂浮在海洋中使鱼类和其他野生动物窒息并死亡。
Related word
degradable
They want to ban the use of non-degradable plastic cups, cutlery, and plates.
There is increasing global awareness about environmental problems caused by non-degradable plastic containers and bags.
Many pieces in the swimwear range are available in "Endurance" fabric, which is non-degradable and resistant to chlorine.
We were asked to think about all the non-degradable razors lying in landfills across the world.
SMART Vocabulary: related words and phrases
Physical & chemical processes
absorbable
absorptive
absorptive capacity
absorptivity
acidification
endothermic reaction
excitability
excitation
excite
exergonic
exothermic
exothermic reaction
impregnate
reabsorb
react
reboil
recondense
redox
scald
vaporize
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