fermentation

US /ˌfɝː.menˈteɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌfɝː.menˈteɪ.ʃən/
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fermentación

the chemical breakdown of a substance by bacteria, yeasts, or other microorganisms, typically involving effervescence and the giving off of heat.

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Yeast is essential for the fermentation of grapes into wine.
La levadura es esencial para la fermentación de las uvas en vino.
The process of fermentation produces alcohol and carbon dioxide.
El proceso de fermentación produce alcohol y dióxido de carbono.