decomposition
Definition
Conversion or decay of degradable (or chemically unstable) material to simpler (or more stable) components or forms by the natural action of air, water, light, or microorganisms.
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decomposition is in the Environment & Pollution Control and Material & Occupational Safety subjects.
decomposition appears in the definitions of the following terms:
ozone depleting substance,
manufactured gas,
landfill gas,
digestion,
unstable,
biogasification,
petroleum,
hydrogen sulphide (H2S),
nitriding,
chemical oxygen demand (COD)
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decomposition appears in these other term: functional decomposition
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