BACTERIOCINS
(noun)Definitions
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Bacteriocins.
Bacteriocins - as a noun
Any of a class of antibiotic toxins, produced by some bacteria, that target closely related bacteria
Example Sentences
"Some bacteriocins have potential applications in food preservation."
"The mechanism of action for bacteriocins involves targeting specific bacterial cells."
"Certain strains of probiotic bacteria produce bacteriocins that inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria."
"Researchers are studying the potential of bacteriocins for treating antibiotic-resistant infections."
"The production of bacteriocins is a common defense mechanism used by bacteria to compete with other microorganisms."
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