Term Name:	nylon catabolic process
Synonyms:	nylon breakdown, nylon catabolism, nylon degradation
Definition:	The chemical reactions and pathways resulting in the breakdown of nylon, a polymer where the main polymer chain comprises recurring amide groups; these compounds are generally formed from combinations of diamines, diacids and amino acids.
Ontology:	GO: Biological Process [GO:0019876]    QuickGO    AmiGO