The process by which complex molecules are broken down by micro-organisms to produce simpler compounds. Biodegradation can be either aerobic (with oxygen) or anaerobic (without oxygen). The potential [..]

Breakdown of a substance catalysed by enzymes in vitro or in vivo. This may be characterized for purposes of hazard assessment as:

The breaking down of a chemical by organisms in the environment.

The chemical breakdown of materials by living organisms in the environment. The process depends on certain microorganisms, such as bacteria, yeast, and fungi, which break down molecules for sustenance [..]

The breaking down of a chemical by organisms in the environment.

Breakdown of a pesticide catalysed by enzymes in vitro or in vivo. For hazard assessment, categories of chemical of chemical transformation include: 1) Primary - loss of specific activity; 2) Environm [..]

The breakdown of organic materials into simple chemicals commonly found in the body.

bio-degrading (pop)

The microbial mediated process of chemical breakdown of a substance to smaller products caused by micro-organisms or their enzymes.(Source: European Commission CUB)

helps break down and decompose dead plants and/or animals

Biodegradation is the biological process by which living systems breakdown chemical substances into simpler components or compounds. Microorganisms such as bacteria, yeast and fungi work to decompose [..]

The breakdown of a pollutant to a less harmful form by biological action

breakdown of organic contaminants into smaller compounds by microbial organisms through metabolic or enzymatic processes, with carbon dioxide or methane as the final product; processes vary greatly but are key in the natural attenuation of contaminants of leaking underground storage tank and hazardous waste spill sites

Elimination of Environmental Pollutants; Pesticides and other waste using living organisms, usually involving intervention of environmental or Sanitation engineers.

The chemical breakdown of materials by living organisms in the environment. The process depends on certain microorganisms, such as bacteria, yeast and fungi, which break down molecules for sustenance. Certain chemical structures are more susceptible to microbial breakdown than others; vegetable oils, for example, will biodegrade more rapidly than p [..]

The breakdown of organic compounds by microorganisms.

The series of processes by which living organisms degrade pollutant chemicals, organic wastes, pesticides, and implantable materials.

Decomposition of material by microorganisms.

Decomposition or breakdown of a substance through the action of microorganisms (such as bacteria or fungi) or other natural physical processes (such as sunlight).

The breakdown of organic matter by bacteria to more stable forms that will not create a nuisance or give off foul odors.

Decomposition of organic matter by micro-organisms and other living things.

The conversion of organic compounds into simpler compounds through biochemical activity.

 is the chemical dissolution of materials by bacteria, fungi or other biological means. Although often conflated, biodegradable is distinct in meaning from compostable. While biodegradable simply mean [..]

 

The breakdown of substances by microorganisms. Mainly aerobic bacteria.

Process by which organic substances are decomposed by micro-organisms (mainly aerobic bacteria) into simpler substances such as carbon dioxide, water and ammonia.

The breakdown of organic molecules into simpler compounds through the metabolic actions of microorganisms.