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bioturbation

Definition of bioturbation

noun

[mass noun] Geology
  • the disturbance of sedimentary deposits by living organisms.

Derivatives

bioturbated

adjective

Origin:

1960s: from bio- + Latin turbatio(n-), from turbare 'disturb'

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Definition of bioturbation in the US English dictionary
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