Definition of Fermentation
Fermentation
Fer·men·ta·tion
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
Process of breaking down organic substances by microorganisms or enzymes.
e.g. The brewery uses fermentation to convert sugars into alcohol.
(noun)
a chemical breaking down of a substance (as sugar) that is controlled by an enzyme, usually does not require oxygen, and typically results in the production of alcohol and carbon dioxide;
e.g. Kombucha is a tea that undergoes fermentation, yet results in an alcohol output that anyone can ingest.
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