Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Obligate Anaerobe.
Obligate Anaerobe - as a noun
An organism that cannot grow in the presence of oxygen
Example Sentences
"Some obligate anaerobes are known to cause serious infections."
"An obligate anaerobe is a type of microorganism that cannot grow in the presence of oxygen."
"Clostridium botulinum is an example of an obligate anaerobe."
"Certain obligate anaerobes can produce toxins."
"Some obligate anaerobes have unique metabolic pathways."