abbaubar

degradable, biodegradable

Word details

German meaning
Abbaubar bedeutet, dass ein Stoff durch natürliche Prozesse zersetzt werden kann.
English meaning
Degradable means that a substance can be broken down by natural processes.
Synonym
zersetzbar, kompostierbar
German example
Plastik ist oft nicht abbaubar und belastet die Umwelt.
English example
Plastic is often not degradable and pollutes the environment.

Example sentences with “abbaubar”

  1. Diese Plastiktüten sind biologisch abbaubar. (These plastic bags are biodegradable.)

Frequently asked questions

What does 'abbaubar' mean in science?

It refers to materials that can be broken down naturally.