Decomposing is when something breaks down into smaller pieces. This can happen to plants, animals, and even rocks.
The leaves on the ground decomposed and returned their nutrients to the soil.
Noun: decomposition (plural: decompositions).
Adjective: decomposing.
in the process of decomposition.
Verb: to decompose.
to break down organic matter into simpler substances.
The word "decompose" comes from the Latin word "de componere", which means "to put down" or "to take apart". This is because decomposition is the process of breaking down something into smaller parts.
What things are able to decompose?
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