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halobacterium

 

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Noun halobacterium has 1 sense
  1. halobacteria, halobacterium, halobacter - halophiles in saline environments such as the Dead Sea or salt flats
    --1 is a kind of halophile, halophil

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Halobacterium

Description:

Halobacterium is a genus of microorganisms classified as archaea that belong to the family Halobacteriaceae. These halophilic organisms are found in highly saline environments like salt lakes and salt pans. They are known for their ability to survive in extreme conditions, including high concentrations of salt and intense ultraviolet radiation.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun - A type of single-celled organism belonging to the genus Halobacterium.

Example: The pink color observed in the salt lake is due to the presence of halobacteria.

Sense 2:

Noun - The genus Halobacterium, including various species of halophilic archaea.

Example: Scientists are studying the genomic characteristics of halobacteria to understand their unique adaptations.

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