decomposition

noun

1.
the analysis of a vector field
vector decomposition
2.
in a decomposed state
disintegration
3.
(chemistry) separation of a substance into two or more substances that may differ from each other and from the original substance
breakdown chemical decomposition reaction decomposition reaction
Derived from:
decompose
4.
(biology) the process of decay caused by bacterial or fungal action
rottingness breakdown putrefaction rot rotting
Derived from:
decompose
5.
the organic phenomenon of rotting
addleness rottedness decay
Derived from:
decompose decompositional