Biodegradation
Pronunciation: /ˈˌbaɪoʊˈˌdɛɡɹədeɪʃən/
Biodegradation (noun)
- The process where living organisms break down a substance into simpler materials.
- The breakdown of waste by microbes, so it becomes less harmful over time.
Examples
- Biodegradation happens when microbes break materials down naturally.
- The soil supports biodegradation of leaves and plant waste.