acidophilous
Definition
- Adjective:
- Thriving in acidic environments: Describes organisms, especially certain bacteria or cells, that grow well or optimally in conditions with a low pH (an acid medium).
Usage
- The term is primarily used in scientific contexts, particularly in microbiology, cell biology, and soil science, to describe the environmental preference of an organism.
- It is a technical adjective and is not commonly used in everyday conversation.
Examples
- Adjective:
- Lactobacillus is an acidophilous bacterium important in yogurt production.
- The botanist studied acidophilous plants that flourish in the peat bogs.
Advanced Usage
- "Acidophilous microorganisms": A common phrase referring to microbes that prefer acidic habitats.
- The study focused on acidophilous microorganisms found in hot springs.
Variants and Related Words
- Acidophilic (adj): This is a more common synonym with identical meaning.
- Acidophilic bacteria can be used in bioremediation of acidic mine drainage.
- Acidophile (n): A noun referring to an acid-loving organism.
- This particular acidophile can survive at a pH of 2.
Synonyms
- Acidophilic: Preferring acidic conditions.
- Acid-tolerant: Able to withstand acidity (may imply survival rather than optimal growth).
Antonyms
- Alkaliphilous / Alkaliphilic: Thriving in alkaline (basic) environments.
- Neutrophilous / Neutrophilic: Thriving in neutral pH environments.
Adjective
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especially of some bacteria; growing well in an acid medium
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