Degree of biomineralization

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-002942",
  "term": "Degree of biomineralization",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The extent to which a material is converted into inorganic compounds, such as carbon dioxide, water, and mineral salts, through biological processes. This represents the ultimate stage of biodegradation, where organic matter is fully recycled into the natural biogeochemical cycles. It is typically measured by the evolution of carbon dioxide from the degrading material.",
  "subject": "Polymer",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2012, 84, 377. 'Terminology for biorelated polymers and applications (IUPAC Recommendations 2012)' on page 388 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-10-12-04)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/degree-of-biomineralization/"
}