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microbial

/maɪˈkrəʊ.bi.əl/

/maɪˈkroʊ.bi.əl/

Translations

microbialadjective

more microbial

Comp.

most microbial

Super.

/maɪˈkrəʊ.bi.əl/

/maɪˈkroʊ.bi.əl/

The microbial activity in the soil is crucial for plant growth.

Микробная активность в почве имеет решающее значение для роста растений.

Synonyms

microbialnoun

microbials

/maɪˈkrəʊ.bi.əl/

/maɪˈkroʊ.bi.əl/

Occasionally used in technical/agricultural contexts as a countable noun meaning a microorganism or a microbial-based product.

microbialadjective

Relating to or characteristic of microorganisms, especially bacteria.

The microbial activity in the soil is crucial for nutrient cycling.

Caused by or resulting from the activity of microorganisms.

Microbial contamination spoiled the batch of yoghurt.

microbialnoun

A microorganism or a product derived from microorganisms, especially used as an agricultural treatment.

The company is testing new microbials to reduce chemical pesticide use.