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Anaerobic

usgb/ˌænəˈrəʊbɪk/Volume
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No Oxygen Needed

Refers to organisms or processes functioning well in environments lacking oxygen.

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In the sealed container, the anaerobic bacteria thrived without air.
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Technical Term

Used in scientific contexts to describe living things that can survive in oxygen-free environments.

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The scientist studied anaerobic microbes from the ocean floor.
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Common Habitats

Anaerobic organisms are often found in swamps, deep water, or decaying matter.

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