Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Phototrophic Bacteria.
Phototrophic Bacteria - as a noun
Green and purple bacteria; energy for growth is derived from sunlight; carbon is derived from carbon dioxide or organic carbon
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
phototropic bacteriaHypernyms (Closely Related)
eubacteria14eubacterium17true bacteriaHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"Some phototrophic bacteria can be found in extreme environments such as hot springs."
"Chlorophyll is used by phototrophic bacteria to capture light energy."
"Certain types of phototrophic bacteria can produce oxygen as a byproduct of photosynthesis."
"The presence of phototrophic bacteria can influence the water quality in lakes and ponds."
"Some phototrophic bacteria are able to fix nitrogen from the atmosphere."
