degradation process
[ˌdɛɡrəˈdeɪʃən ˈprɑːsɛs]
nounpl: degradation processes
processo de degradação
1. A sequence of events or steps by which something decreases in quality, strength, or value
The degradation process of the material occurs over several months when exposed to sunlight.
O processo de degradação do material ocorre ao longo de vários meses quando exposto à luz solar.
2. In environmental science, the breaking down of pollutants or organic matter into simpler substances
The degradation process of plastic in the ocean takes hundreds of years.
O processo de degradação do plástico no oceano leva centenas de anos.
3. A decline in social status, dignity, or reputation
The degradation process affected his professional standing in the community.
O processo de degradação afetou sua posição profissional na comunidade.
Related Idioms & Phrases
accelerate the degradation process
slow down the degradation process
environmental degradation process
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