Combined Science GCSE
Decomposition
What Decomposition means in Combined Science GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Decomposition
The breakdown of dead matter and waste by microorganisms (bacteria and fungi).
Topics that use Decomposition
- Ecosystems and material cycles (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
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Using Decomposition in the exam
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