thiobacteria

[US]/ˌθaɪəʊˈbækˌtɪərɪə/
[UK]/ˌθaɪoʊˈbækˌtɪrɪə/

Translation

n.a group of bacteria that obtain energy by oxidizing sulfur compounds
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Phrases & Collocations

thiobacteria species

thiobacteria metabolism

thiobacteria diversity

thiobacteria function

thiobacteria habitat

thiobacteria ecology

thiobacteria role

thiobacteria abundance

thiobacteria community

thiobacteria interaction

Example Sentences

thiobacteria play a crucial role in the sulfur cycle.

researchers study thiobacteria for their unique metabolic processes.

thiobacteria can be found in extreme environments.

understanding thiobacteria is important for environmental science.

many thiobacteria are capable of oxidizing sulfur compounds.

thiobacteria contribute to the biogeochemical cycling of sulfur.

some thiobacteria are used in bioremediation processes.

thiobacteria are essential for certain industrial applications.

studying thiobacteria can lead to new scientific discoveries.

thiobacteria can thrive in anaerobic conditions.

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