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Obligate Anaerobe

Description

An obligate anaerobe is a microorganism that is unable to survive or grow in the presence of oxygen. These organisms have adapted to thrive in environments devoid of oxygen, such as deep soil, the human gastrointestinal tract, and certain parts of the ocean.

Examples in Sentences

As a Noun:

1. The obligate anaerobe was discovered in the depths of the ocean, far away from oxygen-rich areas.
2. The obligate anaerobe in the human gut plays a crucial role in digestion.

As an Adjective:

1. Some bacterial species are obligate anaerobes, unable to survive in the presence of oxygen.
2. The obligate anaerobic conditions in the soil result in unique microbial communities.

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