nitrobacterium

[US]/ˌnaɪtrəʊbækˈtɪəriəm/
[UK]/ˌnaɪtroʊbækˈtɪriəm/

Translation

n.A type of bacterium that oxidizes nitrogen compounds, particularly those involved in the nitrogen cycle
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Phrases & Collocations

nitrobacterium breakdown

Example Sentences

scientists discovered a new nitrobacterium species in acidic soil samples from the forest.

the nitrobacterium population increased significantly after the nitrogen fertilizer was applied.

researchers are studying nitrobacterium activity in different environmental conditions.

nitrobacterium plays a crucial role in the nitrogen cycle of agricultural ecosystems.

the laboratory successfully isolated a pure nitrobacterium culture from the water sample.

environmental scientists measure nitrobacterium levels to monitor water quality in rivers.

the metabolic process of nitrobacterium converts harmful ammonia into useful nitrates.

some nitrobacterium strains can survive in extreme ph conditions and high temperatures.

the interaction between nitrobacterium and other soil bacteria affects overall soil fertility.

agricultural scientists are developing new methods to enhance natural nitrobacterium growth.

the study of nitrobacterium has revealed important information about nitrogen fixation processes.

researchers are exploring how nitrobacterium can help break down pollutants in contaminated soil.

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