biofilm

biofilm
A complex aggregation of microorganisms marked by the excretion of a protective and adhesive matrix.

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  • Biofilm factory — The term biofilm factory was first introduced in 2006 [Li XZ, Webb JS, Kjelleberg S, Rosche B (2006) Enhanced benzaldehyde tolerance in Zymomonas mobilis biofilms and the potential of biofilm applications in fine chemical production. Applied and… …   Wikipedia

  • biofilm — noun Date: 1981 a thin usually resistant layer of microorganisms (as bacteria) that form on and coat various surfaces (as of water pipes and catheters) …   New Collegiate Dictionary

  • biofilm — 1) in the aquarium, a slimy and thin layer produced and inhabited by bacteria which carry out certain biochemical processes essential to the nitrogen cycle, q.v 2) in the natural environment, aufwuchs (organisms and detritus coating rocks and… …   Dictionary of ichthyology

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