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Sphacelation

Definition:

Sphacelation refers to the process of decaying or becoming gangrenous, usually used in the context of plant diseases or necrosis in living tissues.

Examples:

As a noun:

• The farmer closely monitored his crops to prevent the spread of sphacelation.
• The sphacelation caused by the fungal infection resulted in the withering and death of the plant.

As a verb:

• If not treated promptly, the infection can sphacelate the surrounding tissues.
• The surgeon had to amputate the affected limb to prevent the sphacelation from spreading.

Possible Related Products:

• Books on Plant Diseases and Treatments
• Medical Books on Necrosis
• Plant Care Tools and Accessories