Biodegradable

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-001259",
  "term": "Biodegradable",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "Describing a substance or material that can be broken down by biological processes, primarily through the metabolic activity of microorganisms. This decomposition leads to the formation of simpler compounds, such as carbon dioxide, water, and methane. The term implies that the degradation occurs within a reasonable timeframe under specific environmental conditions.",
  "subject": "Polymer",
  "see_also": [
    "bioresorbable"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2020, 92, 193. 'Nomenclature and terminology for linear lactic acid-based polymers (IUPAC Recommendations 2019)' on page 206 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2017-1007)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/biodegradable/"
}