mycobacterium

[US]/ˌmaɪ.kəʊˈbæk.tɪəri.əm/
[UK]/ˌmaɪ.kəˈbæk.tɪr.i.əm/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a genus of bacteria known for causing diseases such as tuberculosis

Phrases & Collocations

mycobacterium tuberculosis

mycobacterium leprae

mycobacterium avium

mycobacterium bovis

mycobacterium abscessus

mycobacterium kansasii

mycobacterium marinum

mycobacterium fortuitum

mycobacterium chelonae

mycobacterium smegmatis

Example Sentences

mycobacterium can cause various diseases in humans.

researchers study mycobacterium to develop better treatments.

mycobacterium tuberculosis is the bacteria responsible for tuberculosis.

infection with mycobacterium can lead to severe respiratory issues.

mycobacterium leprae is known to cause leprosy.

scientists are exploring the genetics of mycobacterium.

mycobacterium can be resistant to many antibiotics.

understanding mycobacterium is crucial for public health.

vaccines are being developed to combat mycobacterium infections.

mycobacterium avium is commonly found in the environment.

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