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Definition
Organic matter; substances produced by biological processes, typically containing carbon.
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How it's used
Primarily used in scientific or academic contexts, such as biology or environmental science classes. It is rarely used in casual daily conversation unless discussing gardening, composting, or water quality. When speaking informally about general waste or debris, people usually prefer descriptive terms like 垃圾 or 污糟嘢.
Examples
There is a lot of organic matter in this soil.
Do you know which type of organic matter decomposes the easiest?
Related words
Common phrases
decomposition of organic matter
organic matter content
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
