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Decompose

usgb/ˌdiːkəmˈpəʊz/Volume
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Used to describe how organisms or natural substances change over time. SlideLeaves on the forest floor decompose and enrich the soil.
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Emphasizes that the process happens gradually and can vary in speed. SlideFood waste will decompose faster if it's exposed to heat.