If a product or package can biodegrade, generating a relatively homogenous and stable humus-like substance, the Competition Bureau of Canada would consider the product to be
A) degradable.
B) compostable.
C) recyclable.
D) refillable.

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Biodegradation that results in a stable humus-like substance is characteristic of compostable products. Therefore, if a product or package can biodegrade in such a way, it would be considered compostable, not just degradable. Recyclable refers to a product that can be processed and reused in a new product, while refillable refers to a product that can be refilled with its original content. Neither of these terms applies to the characteristics described in the question.

If a Product or Package Can Biodegrade, Generating a Relatively