Breakdown of organic matter to simple chemicals by living organisms
For other uses, see Remineralization (disambiguation).
In biogeochemistry, remineralisation (or remineralization) refers to the breakdown or transformation of organic matter (those molecules derived from a biological source) into its simplest inorganic forms. These transformations form a crucial link within ecosystems as they are responsible for liberating the energy stored in organic molecules and recycling matter within the system to be reused as nutrients by other organisms.[1]
Remineralisation is normally viewed as it relates to the cycling of the major biologically important elements such as carbon, nitrogen and phosphorus. While crucial to all ecosystems, the process receives special consideration in aquatic settings, where it forms a significant link in the biogeochemical dynamics and cycling of aquatic ecosystems.
^Sarmiento, Jorge (2006). Ocean Biogeochemical Dynamics. Princeton University Press. ISBN 978-0-691-01707-5.
In biogeochemistry, remineralisation (or remineralization) refers to the breakdown or transformation of organic matter (those molecules derived from a...
Tooth remineralization is the natural repair process for non-cavitated tooth lesions, in which calcium, phosphate and sometimes fluoride ions are deposited...
introduced during remineralisation restore the structure of the hydroxyapatite crystals. If fluoride ions are present during the remineralisation, through water...
among other factors, determined by the sinking velocity and microbial remineralisation rate of these aggregates. Recent observations have shown that the fluxes...
release fluoride to prevent further enamel demineralisation and promote remineralisation. Fluoride can also hinder bacterial growth, by inhibiting their metabolism...
with energy recovery) Membrane assembly Energy recovery (if used) Remineralisation and pH adjustment Disinfection Alarm/control panel Pretreatment is...
with suitable treatment for remineralisation of the non-cavitated areas. Various techniques exists for remineralisation, varying from simple application...
fungus-like organisms, which, like bacterioplankton, are also significant in remineralisation and nutrient cycling. Bacterioplankton include bacteria and archaea...
line treatment after detection of acid erosion is remineralisation and prevention. Remineralisation is the reparative process of demineralised tooth substance...
mineralization Tooth demineralisation that leads to dental caries; see Remineralisation of teeth Demineralizing (silk worm cocoon) Deionization Desalination...
PMID 16433964. S2CID 43342264. Chhabra N, Chhabra A (2018). "Enhanced Remineralisation of Tooth Enamel Using Casein Phosphopeptide-Amorphous Calcium Phosphate...
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remineralization (in the sense of re-incorporating minerals, different from remineralisation in biogeochemistry) creates fertile soils by returning minerals to...
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water produced by reverse osmosis membrane filtration followed by remineralisation. Water Research, 94, 42-51 Yang, G., Feng, L., Wang, S., Zhou, J.,...
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naturally by saliva. However, this process can be enhanced by various remineralisation agents. Fluoride promotes remineralization, but is limited by bioavailable...
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be used. Fluoride decreases breakdown of teeth by acids, promotes remineralisation, and decreases the activity of bacteria. Fluoride works primarily through...
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drinks containing sugar so that teeth have a chance to be repaired by remineralisation and fluoride. Limiting sugar-containing foods and drinks to meal times...
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