Property of a material to degrade when placed in a biologic environment.
Capable of being broken down into innocuous products by microorganisms.
Describes any material that can be broken down by biological action (e.g., dissimilation, digestion, denitrification, etc.). The breakdown of material (chemicals) by microorganisms (bacteria, fungus, etc.).
A substance that is capable of being broken into smaller parts by actions of microorganisms.
Easily decomposed by organisms such as bacteria or by the effect of sunlight, the sea, etc.
Able to be broken down by living organisms, esp. with reference to the action of microorganisms on organic wastes and refuse.
Susceptible to degradation by biological processes, such as bacterial or enzymatic action.