thermophilia

[US]/ˌθɜːməˈfɪliə/
[UK]/ˌθɜːrmoˈfɪliə/

Translation

n.the preference for or tolerance of high temperatures, especially the tendency of an organism to thrive in hot environments

Example Sentences

thermophilic bacteria thrive in hot springs with temperatures exceeding 60°c.

thermophilic enzymes are widely used in industrial biotechnology.

thermophilic archaea play a crucial role in extreme environment ecosystems.

many thermophilic species have been discovered in hydrothermal vents.

thermophilic microorganisms can degrade complex organic compounds at high temperatures.

the thermophilic process is essential for composting organic waste efficiently.

scientists study thermophilic fungi to understand heat tolerance mechanisms.

thermophilic microbes are valuable for producing bioethanol from lignocellulosic biomass.

the discovery of thermophilic organisms expanded our understanding of life's limits.

thermophilic bacteria produce heat-stable proteins useful in molecular biology.

some thermophilic species can survive temperatures above 80°c.

research on thermophilic enzymes has revolutionized the detergent industry.

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