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Decomposition
01
the analysis of a vector field
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Compound
Uncountable
singular
not gender specific
Plural form
decompositions
02
in a decomposed state
03
the organic phenomenon of rotting
04
the natural process where bacteria and fungi break down dead organic matter, returning nutrients to the ecosystem
Examples
The fallen leaves underwent decomposition, enriching the soil with valuable nutrients.
05
(chemistry) separation of a substance into two or more substances that may differ from each other and from the original substance
Examples
Heat causes the decomposition of calcium carbonate into calcium oxide and carbon dioxide.
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