Sulphur Bacteria (Noun)
Meaning
Any bacterium of the genus Thiobacillus.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Sulphur bacteria thrive in environments rich in hydrogen sulfide and oxygen, where they play a crucial role in the sulfur cycle.
- The unique characteristics of sulphur bacteria make them essential in various biotechnological applications, including the desulfurization of fossil fuels.
- Researchers have been studying the sulphur bacteria in deep-sea vents to better understand the adaptations that allow these microorganisms to survive in extreme conditions.
- The Thiobacillus denitrificans species of sulphur bacteria has been found to contribute significantly to the oxidation of sulfur compounds in soil and aquatic environments.
- In acid mine drainage systems, sulphur bacteria such as Thiobacillus ferrooxidans contribute to the oxidation of iron and sulfur compounds, which affects the surrounding ecosystem.