Norms on Biodegradation Test Methods

Biodegradation of a polymer is not a uniform process. Instead, both the rate and the maximum level of biodegradation of a specific material are very much determined by the environmental niche. These environmental niches can differ with regard to  

Temperature and the presence or absence of fungi can have a hig impact on the level of biodegradation. Other factors mainly have an influence on the rate of biodegradation. 

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