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Keeping air available for decomposition and respiration and micro-organisms and recyclables respectively alive and nutritious are reasons why mixing and watering speeds the decay of plant materials in compost piles. Air means that carbon- and nitrogen-rich recyclables will decompose through the introduction of oxygen and removal of carbon dioxide and through the support for respiratory needs of macro- and micro-organisms. Moisture, as long as it gives the compost pile the consistency of a wrung-out sponge, prevents composted and composting materials from drying out or overheating.
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Does a compost pile help leaves decompose quicker?
yes
Should you put milk in the compost pile?
No, milk should not be put in the compost pile.Specifically, the drink can be grouped with dairy products. Dairy products emit unpleasant odors as they decompose. The liquid and the smell may attract wildlife to the compost pile.
What is the difference between compost pile and compost pit?
A compost pile is compost in a pile or heap. a compost pit is compost in a pit or hole in the ground.
Can you compost honey?
Yes. You can add honey to a compost pile. However, one of the reasons for a compost pile is to encourage the natural bacteria to decompose the organic material. Since honey is a natural antibiotic and anti-bacterial agent, adding too much honey may not have the results you desire.
How can you decompose leaves quickly?
Frequent turning of the pile and keeping them moistened but not wet. Rotatable compost bins speed the decomposition of dead leaves.
What decomposes faster fruit or food?
Depends on the food, but fruit normally has a better shelf life than meat does. In the compost pile, fruit will break down faster than many other foods, but of course, never put meat or fats into the compost pile.
Should you allow rain into compost bin?
Rain will not hurt a compost pile, unless it floods. In order for a compost pile to decompose and form compost, it is necessary to keep it from drying out. Rain will assist you in this activity.
What is the difference between a compost heap and a compost pit?
A compost heap is a pile of composting material that is in a pile on the ground. A compost pit is dug into the ground and the composting material is placed in it.
Why does the snow on your compost pile melt faster than the snow on the ground?
The accelerated melting of snow on compost as opposed to the ground, is the heat produced in the decomposition of organic matter.
Why does mixing a compost pile speed the process of decay?
The decay process needs oxygen for it to happen. The surface of the compost heap will decay faster than the material 'buried' deeper in the pile. Regular mixing of the compost ensures air gets right into the heap - speeding up the decay process.
Will lime break down in a compost pile?
Yes, lime breaks down in compost piles. It helps to cut or tear the peels of the citrus fruit in question into small chunks since small-sized recyclables decompose faster than large-sized. Lime as the inorganic material will break down and make compost and soil less alkaline or neutral in pH and more calcium-rich.
What is the method of recycling biodegradable waste?
compost pile
