Acidophil (Noun)
Meaning
An organism that thrives in a relatively acid environment.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Acidophil bacteria can be found in acidic hot springs and other low pH environments around the world.
- The fungus, an acidophil, had adapted to break down the decaying organic matter in the peat bog.
- The research team was able to identify the specific type of acidophil responsible for leaching metals from the mining waste.
- The unusual rock formation created an environment that was perfect for acidophils, such as sulfur-reducing bacteria.
- Certain acidophils found in acidic mine drainage sites have shown potential for use in bioremediation.