biodegradation — the process by which organic substances are decomposed by bacteria or other living organisms
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the process by which organic substances are decomposed by bacteria or other living organisms
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌbaɪoʊdɛɡrəˈdeɪʃən/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother's compost pile is a masterclass in biodegradation - even her neighbors' cats come to watch the magic happen.
- Scientists are studying the biodegradation of ocean plastic to find solutions for marine pollution.
- The biodegradation of my lunch leftovers in the fridge happened so fast, I think they evolved into a new species.
biodegradation
NOUN//ˌbaɪoʊdɛɡrəˈdeɪʃən//
the process by which organic substances are decomposed by bacteria or other living organisms
A biodegradation process showing bacteria decomposing organic matter into soil.
Biodegradation's transformation of matter into bacteria's work shows nature's deep cycle of creation from decay
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Greek 'bio' meaning life, combined with the Latin 'degradare' meaning to reduce in rank or break down, with the suffix '-ation' indicating a process or action.
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📝Examples
“My grandmother's compost pile is a masterclass in biodegradation - even her neighbors' cats come to watch the magic happen.”
“Scientists are studying the biodegradation of ocean plastic to find solutions for marine pollution.”
“The biodegradation of my lunch leftovers in the fridge happened so fast, I think they evolved into a new species.”
“Environmental engineers monitor biodegradation rates to assess soil health and contamination levels.”
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