the biological decomposition of organic materials in the presence of oxygen that yields carbon dioxide, heat, and stabilised organic residues that may be used as a soil additive.
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(from the article `environmental works`) Another method of treating municipal solid waste is composting, a biological process in which the organic portion of refuse is allowed to decompose ...
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The controlled biological decomposition of organic solid wastes under aerobic (in the presence of oxygen) conditions.Organic materials are transformed into soil enhancers such as humus and mulch.
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Composting. Image credit: Tufts University The controlled biological decomposition of organic material in the presence of air to form a humus-like material. Controlled methods of composting include mechanical mixing and aerating, ventilating the materials by dropping them through a vertic...
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Aerobic thermophilic treatment for biodegradation of wastes or contaminated materials
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A waste management option involving the controlled biological decomposition of organic materials into a relatively stable humus-like product that can be handled, stored, and applied to the land without adversely affecting the environment.
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the process of breaking down organic rubbish, such as garden and kitchen rubbish, into a material which can be added to the garden to help plants grow.
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The natural biological decomposition of organic material in the presence of aerobic bacteria to form a rich, dark soil fertilizer.
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Composting is a natural process whereby bacterial and fungi convert organic materials such as plant waste in to a soil-like material called compost. The compost can then be used to fertilise your garden.
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The controlled biological decomposition of organic material, such as sewage sludge, animal manures,
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1. Controlled biological decomposition of organic material in the presence of oxygen to produce a stable, pathogen-free, humus-like material called compost.
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Partial breakdown of organic plant and animal matter by aerobic bacteria to produce a material that can be used as a soil conditioner or fertilizer. See compost.
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process whereby organic wastes decompose naturally.
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The controlled biological decomposition of organic material in the presence of air to form a humus-like material. Controlled methods of composting include mechanical mixing and aerating, ventilating the materials by dropping them through a vertical series of aerated chambers, or placing the compost in piles out in the open air and mixing it or turn...
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The natural biological decomposition of organic material in the presence of air to form a humus-like material.
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Compost is composed of organic matter that is recycled back into the earth. Organic matter may include lawn clippings, vegetable scraps from the kitchen, and untreated papers. These materials are combined and become a nutrient-rich mixture that enriches the soil.
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The process of degrading organic material (biomass) by microorganisms in aerobic conditions.
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