biofouling

UK
/ˈbaɪ.əʊˌfaʊ.lɪŋ/
US
/ˈbaɪ.oʊˌfaʊ.lɪŋ/
biofoulingсуществительное
Переводы
Biofouling can significantly increase the drag on a ship's hull.
Биообрастание может значительно увеличить сопротивление корпуса судна.
Определения
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.
Синонимы
marine growth
biological fouling
biofoulingприлагательное
UK
/ˈbaɪ.əʊˌfaʊ.lɪŋ/
US
/ˈbaɪ.oʊˌfaʊ.lɪŋ/
Used attributively to describe organisms, layers, or processes related to biofouling.
Определения
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.