alcaligenes
|al-ca-li-gen-es|
C2
/ˌælkəˈlaɪdʒɪniːz/
alkaline-producing bacteria
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alcaligenes' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'alkali' meaning 'alkaline' and 'genes' meaning 'producing'.
Historical Evolution
'alkali' combined with 'genes' to form the modern scientific term 'alcaligenes'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to bacteria producing alkaline substances, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a genus of bacteria that are typically found in the intestines of vertebrates and in soil and water environments.
Alcaligenes are often studied for their role in nitrogen cycling.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/15 03:21