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Bacteria
Note that 'bacteria' is the plural form; a single one is a 'bacterium'. It is used frequently in medical and environmental research.
Examples in context
The soap kills 99 percent of harmful bacteria.
The soap kills 99 percent of harmful bacteria.
Good bacteria in the gut help with digestion.
Good bacteria in the gut help with digestion.
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