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biofouling

/ˈbaɪ.əʊˌfaʊ.lɪŋ/

/ˈbaɪ.oʊˌfaʊ.lɪŋ/

biofoulingnoun

Traductions

биообрастание

Biofouling can significantly increase the drag on a ship's hull.

Биообрастание может значительно увеличить сопротивление корпуса судна.

Définitions

The accumulation of microorganisms, plants, algae, or small animals on wetted surfaces, often causing damage or increased drag on ships and other marine structures.

The ship's hull required regular cleaning to prevent biofouling, which could significantly reduce its speed and fuel efficiency.

Synonymes

fouling

marine growth

bioaccumulation

biological fouling

biofoulingadjective

/ˈbaɪ.əʊˌfaʊ.lɪŋ/

/ˈbaɪ.oʊˌfaʊ.lɪŋ/

Used attributively to describe organisms, layers, or processes related to biofouling.

Définitions

Relating to or causing the accumulation of microorganisms, plants, algae, or small animals on wetted surfaces.

Biofouling organisms can quickly colonize a ship’s hull.

Synonymes