organic material
[ɔrˈɡænɪk məˈtɪriəl]
nounpl: organic materials
material orgânico
1. Any substance derived from living organisms or their remains, containing carbon compounds
The soil was enriched with organic material from decomposed plants.
O solo foi enriquecido com material orgânico de plantas decompostas.
2. Matter that originated from living things, including plant and animal waste, humus, and other biodegradable substances
Composting converts organic material into nutrient-rich soil amendments.
A compostagem converte material orgânico em melhoradores de solo ricos em nutrientes.
3. In chemistry and biology, any compound containing carbon atoms bonded to other elements, primarily in living systems
Scientists analyzed the organic material found in the archaeological site.
Os cientistas analisaram o material orgânico encontrado no sítio arqueológico.
In Brazil, interest in organic material and composting has grown significantly with the expanding sustainable agriculture and urban gardening movements, particularly in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro. The term is widely used in environmental education and eco-conscious communities. In the USA, 'organic material' is fundamental to discussions about waste reduction, sustainable farming practices, and environmental stewardship, with growing emphasis on home composting programs in urban areas.
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