fermentation
US /ˌfɝː.menˈteɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌfɝː.menˈteɪ.ʃən/
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發酵
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.
酵母對於葡萄發酵成葡萄酒至關重要。
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The process of fermentation produces alcohol and carbon dioxide.
發酵過程產生酒精和二氧化碳。