Aerobic biodegradation

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-000307",
  "term": "Aerobic biodegradation",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The biological degradation of organic compounds by microorganisms in the presence of oxygen. During this process, microorganisms use oxygen as the terminal electron acceptor, breaking down polymers into simpler molecules such as carbon dioxide, water, and biomass. This type of biodegradation is common in natural environments like soil and water, contributing to the decomposition of biodegradable polymers.",
  "subject": "Polymer",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2012, 84, 377. 'Terminology for biorelated polymers and applications (IUPAC Recommendations 2012)' on page 403 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-10-12-04)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/aerobic-biodegradation/"
}