Decomposition

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Definition of Decomposition:
The breakdown of matter by bacteria and fungi, changing the chemical make-up and physical appearance of materials. Metabolic degradation of organic matter into simple organic and inorganic compounds, with consequent liberation of energy.[1]
This is the common definition for Decomposition, other definitions can be discussed in the article

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