
Anaerobic
No Oxygen Needed
Refers to organisms or processes functioning well in environments lacking oxygen.

In the sealed container, the anaerobic bacteria thrived without air.
Technical Term
Used in scientific contexts to describe living things that can survive in oxygen-free environments.

The scientist studied anaerobic microbes from the ocean floor.
Common Habitats
Anaerobic organisms are often found in swamps, deep water, or decaying matter.

The swamp's anaerobic conditions are perfect for certain fungi.
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