penicillium

[US]/ˌpɛnɪˈsɪliəm/
[UK]/ˌpɛnɪˈsɪliəm/
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Translation

n.a genus of fungi known for producing penicillin
Word Forms

Phrases & Collocations

penicillium mold

penicillium species

penicillium antibiotic

penicillium fungi

penicillium cultures

penicillium production

penicillium fermentation

penicillium strains

penicillium research

penicillium applications

Example Sentences

penicillium is commonly used in the production of antibiotics.

research shows that penicillium can help in food preservation.

many cheeses are made using penicillium cultures.

penicillium fungi thrive in damp environments.

scientists are studying the genetics of penicillium species.

penicillium can produce mycotoxins that are harmful to humans.

the discovery of penicillin from penicillium changed medicine.

penicillium species are important in biotechnological applications.

some types of penicillium are used in fermentation processes.

penicillium can be found in soil and decaying organic matter.

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