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Glossary : R

readily biodegradable

Environmental specifications are directed at biodegradability, which are expressed in terms of percentage of a product, which will degrade in a specific length of time. Readily biodegradable products refer to materials that are quickly decomposed into harmless byproducts, while “inherently” biodegradable basically means they will eventually biodegrade.

repellent

A substance that drives away or repels pests, such as insects and birds. Common repellents include those used to repel mosquitos and ticks.

Rodenticide

A chemical or agent used to destroy rats or other rodent pests, or to prevent them from damaging food, crops, etc.

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