Compostable Materials organic materials that will break down in a compost bin. Critters micro and macroorganisms that live in the soil and help break down organic matter. Composting the biochemical process which occurs when organic matter is broken down by decomposer organisms into a nutrient rich soil conditioner called humus. Decay to rot, break down or decompose. Decomposition the process of breaking down organic matter into its basic elements including nutrients needed for plant growth.
Decomposition occurs in nature and in controlled environments like compost bins.
Ecosystem a mutually dependent system consisting of plant, animal life and inorganic matter. Food Scraps in the Compost Module, food scraps generally refer to uncooked fruit and vegetable scraps or any compostable food materials. Heap an unenclosed compost pile. Humus finished compost, formed through the break down of plants and animal matter. Humus retains and slowly releases nutrients to plants.