Saprobic (Adjective)
Meaning
Living in or being an environment rich in organic matter but lacking oxygen.
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- A saprobic environment with low oxygen levels supports the growth of unique microorganisms that break down organic matter.
- The forest floor created a saprobic ecosystem where fungi thrived in the absence of oxygen.
- Saprobic bacteria played a vital role in decomposing organic waste in the oxygen-depleted swamp.
- The lake's saprobic zone, with its low oxygen levels, became a hub for anaerobic microorganisms to flourish.
- In the absence of oxygen, the saprobic environment allowed certain types of mold to develop, enabling the decomposition process to occur.