Singular: bacterium. Microscopic living organisms usually consisting of a single cell. Bacteria can aid in pollution control by consuming or breaking down organic matter in sewage, or by similarly acting on oil spills or other water pollutants. Some bacteria in soil, water or air may also cause human, animal and plant health problems.
BACTERIA (BACK-TEER-E-UH)
Meaning of BACTERIA (BACK-TEER-E-UH) in English
Environmental engineering English vocabulary. Английский словарь экологического инжиниринга. 2012