host range
[/hoʊst reɪndʒ/]
nounpl: host ranges
gama de hospedeiros
1. The variety of host organisms that a parasite, pathogen, or predator can infect or utilize for survival and reproduction
The host range of this virus includes both mammals and birds.
A gama de hospedeiros deste vírus inclui mamíferos e aves.
2. In entomology and plant pathology, the spectrum of plant or animal species that a pest or disease organism can attack
The Colorado potato beetle has a narrow host range, primarily affecting solanaceous plants.
O besouro-da-batata-do-colorado tem uma gama de hospedeiros restrita, afetando principalmente plantas solanáceas.
3. The ecological niche defined by the susceptible organisms that a microorganism can parasitize
Understanding the host range of the pathogen is crucial for disease management.
Compreender a gama de hospedeiros do patógeno é crucial para o manejo da doença.
This is primarily a technical term used in biology, plant pathology, entomology, and epidemiology. It is widely used in both Brazilian and Portuguese scientific communities without significant regional variation. The term reflects the importance of understanding disease and pest dynamics in agricultural and medical research.
Look up more words on Fala2Me
The free English-Portuguese dictionary with real Brazilian accents, NYC slang, conjugator and more
Open Fala2Me →