Glossary
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Remineralisation
Refers to the process in which organic material like dead plants and animals is broken down by bacteria and other microbial organisms, producing inorganic nutrients like nitrate, phosphate and carbon. These nutrients can in turn be absorbed by plants and other organisms, promoting growth and fuelling metabolism. Remineralisation plays an important part in global carbon and nutrient cycles and helps preserve the health of ecosystems.