Definition

A living thing, like a bacterium, that needs oxygen to survive.

Example

The aerobe thrived in the oxygen-rich environment of the laboratory.

Conversation

Did you know that some bacteria are classified as aerobe organisms?

Really? I had no idea!

Yeah, they actually need oxygen to survive.

That’s fascinating! I wonder how they adapt to different environments.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Aerobe is formed from "aero-" (from Greek "aēr", meaning air) and "-be" (from Greek "bios", meaning life). The word refers to an organism that lives in the presence of air or requires oxygen for survival.

Memory Tip

Think of 'air' ('aero-') being essential for 'life' ('-be'), which helps you remember that an aerobe is a life form that needs air to exist.

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