dimorphic (Meaning)

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dimorphic (a)

occurring or existing in two different forms

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Having the property of dimorphism; dimorphous.

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The dimorphic fungus Histoplasma capsulatum occurs in two distinct forms: a mycelial form and a yeast form.
Some fungi, like Candida albicans, have a dimorphic life cycle, existing as both yeast and hyphal forms.
The yeast cell is a spherical or oval cell, while the mycelial cell is a long, filamentous cell.
The dimorphic transition in fungi is triggered by environmental cues such as temperature or nutrient availability.
The dimorphic fungus Paracoccidioides brasiliensis causes a disease called paracoccidioidomycosis, which is found in Central and South America.
This dimorphic fungus can cause a variety of infections, including pneumonia, skin lesions, and meningitis.
The dimorphic bacterium Rhodococcus equi causes a disease called Rhodococcus equi pneumonia, which is a serious respiratory infection in horses.
The dimorphic protozoan Leishmania causes a disease called leishmaniasis, which is transmitted by sandflies.
The dimorphic fungus Aspergillus fumigatus can cause a variety of diseases, including invasive pulmonary aspergillosis and allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis.
The dimorphic fungus Candida albicans can cause a variety of infections, including oral thrush, vaginal yeast infections, and systemic candidiasis.

occurring or existing in two different formsHaving the property of dimorphism; dimorphous.

No synonyms found.

No antonyms found.

The dimorphic fungus Histoplasma capsulatum occurs in two distinct forms: a mycelial form and a yeast form.

Some fungi, like Candida albicans, have a dimorphic life cycle, existing as both yeast and hyphal forms.

The yeast cell is a spherical or oval cell, while the mycelial cell is a long, filamentous cell.

The dimorphic transition in fungi is triggered by environmental cues such as temperature or nutrient availability.