Biodegradability
Pronunciation: /ˈbaɪˈoʊdˈɡɹædˈəbɪɫəˌti/
Biodegradability (noun)
- The ability of a material to be broken down by living organisms into simpler substances over time.
- A measure of how quickly and completely a substance can decompose in natural conditions.
Examples
- This plastic has biodegradability, so it breaks down naturally.
- The report explains biodegradability and how materials break down naturally.