There are steel horses over Vantage, Washington (Grandfather releases the ponies) that are expected to last 50,000 years. Stainless steel might last even longer, depending upon the grade.
Stainless steel encased in a thick, airtight glass case should last practically forever. Stainless steel wire dragging behind a tractor trailer on a northern deiced coastal freeway, however, might only survive a few days.
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Stainless steel does not decompose in the same way as organic materials. It can last for hundreds of years without breaking down, depending on environmental conditions. Recycling stainless steel is a more sustainable option for its disposal.
A steel can takes about 50-100 years to decompose in the environment. However, it is important to recycle steel cans to reduce waste and conserve resources.
Batteries can take hundreds to thousands of years to decompose in the environment, as they contain toxic chemicals that can harm the ecosystem.
It can take anywhere from 20 to 200 years for a jacket made from synthetic materials such as polyester or nylon to decompose in a landfill. Natural materials like wool or cotton may decompose more quickly, depending on environmental conditions.
it will take hundreds of years to break down.
Bricks are very durable and can take hundreds to thousands of years to decompose naturally in the environment. They are usually not biodegradable and can persist for a long time if not properly disposed of or recycled.