microbial dormancy
[maɪˈkroʊbiəl ˈdɔrmənsi]
nounpl: microbial dormancies
dormência microbiana
1. A state of reduced metabolic activity in microorganisms where growth and reproduction are temporarily suspended, allowing cells to survive unfavorable environmental conditions
Bacterial spore formation is a classic example of microbial dormancy that enables survival during nutrient starvation.
A formação de esporos bacterianos é um exemplo clássico de dormência microbiana que permite a sobrevivência durante a privação de nutrientes.
2. A reversible physiological state characterized by minimal metabolic activity and reduced responsiveness to environmental stimuli
Microbial dormancy can last from hours to decades depending on the organism and environmental conditions.
A dormência microbiana pode durar de horas a décadas, dependendo do organismo e das condições ambientais.
This is a specialized scientific term primarily used in microbiology, biotechnology, and environmental science fields. It is equally used in Brazil, Portugal, and English-speaking countries in academic and research contexts. The concept is particularly important in food preservation, pharmaceutical storage, and environmental microbiology studies.
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