Decomposition begins at the moment of death, caused by two factors: autolysis, the breaking down of tissues by the body's own internal … See more

Exposure to the elements
A dead body that has been exposed to the open elements, such as water and air, will decompose more … See more

The decomposition of food, either plant or animal, called spoilage in this context, is an important field of study within food science. Food decomposition can be slowed down by See more

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Decomposition of plant matter occurs in many stages. It begins with leaching by water; the most easily lost and soluble carbon compounds … See more

The rate of decomposition is governed by three sets of factors: the physical environment (temperature, moisture and soil properties), the quantity and quality of the dead material … See more

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