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decomposition

[ dee-kom-puh-zish-uhn ]

noun

  1. the act or process of decomposing.
  2. the state of being decomposed; decomposed; decay.


decomposition

/ »åŧ-°ìų¾â€²pÉ™-³úÄ­²õ³ó′ə²Ô /

  1. The separation of a substance into simpler substances or basic elements. Decomposition can be brought about by exposure to heat, light, or chemical or biological activity.
  2. The process of breaking down organic material, such as dead plant or animal tissue, into smaller molecules that are available for use by the organisms of an ecosystem. Decomposition is carried on by bacteria, fungi, protists, worms, and certain other organisms.
  3. See more at detritivore
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˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins

Origin of decomposition1

1650–60; probably < French »å鳦´Ç³¾±è´Ç²õ¾±³Ù¾±´Ç²Ô, derivative of »å鳦´Ç³¾±è´Ç²õ±ð°ù to decompose; composition
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Their remains were discovered in advanced stages of decomposition.

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"With each layer of trash piled up, the bottom layers become weaker, especially as the decay and decomposition of organic waste increases the temperature," Mr Muramuzi explains.

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The couple's bodies were discovered in advanced stages of decomposition, suggesting they had been dead for several days before the wellness check that led to their discovery.

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One obstacle to determining a cause of death was the body’s state of decomposition, which the autopsy described as significant.

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But if this system fails or overdraws these gases, these wells can introduce oxygen into the waste, speeding up waste decomposition and producing heat.

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