decomposition
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"This hydrogen peroxide decomposition has been used to power large-scale rockets," says Erica Hastings, PhD, postdoctoral fellow in biochemistry in the SFESOM.
From Science Daily • Mar. 19, 2026
The report, seen by the BBC, said: "There were signs of decomposition present... maggots were seen crawling on his body."
From BBC • Mar. 15, 2026
The decomposition of her body indicated that she had already been "deceased for several weeks", investigators have said.
From BBC • Feb. 26, 2026
As decomposition speeds up, more CO2 from this enormous carbon store could enter the atmosphere.
From Science Daily • Feb. 24, 2026
There's little of the decomposition you see on most long-dead shamblers, none of the older clothing or loose hanging skin.
From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland
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