nostoc (Meaning)
Wordnet
nostoc (n)
found in moist places as rounded jellylike colonies
Webster
nostoc (n.)
A genus of algae. The plants are composed of moniliform cells imbedded in a gelatinous substance.
Synonyms & Antonyms of nostoc
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nostoc Sentence Examples
- Nostoc, a genus of cyanobacteria, forms spherical colonies called beadlets.
- Nostoc is a filamentous cyanobacterium that fixes atmospheric nitrogen.
- The Nostoc colony is enclosed in a translucent mucilaginous sheath.
- Nostoc can grow in harsh conditions, such as deserts and polar regions.
- Some species of Nostoc are edible and have been used as food sources for centuries.
- Nostoc produces toxins that can be harmful to humans and animals.
- Nostoc is a potential source of biofuel and other renewable energy sources.
- The presence of Nostoc in a water body can indicate high nutrient levels.
- Nostoc is a valuable tool for studying the evolution of cyanobacteria.
- Nostoc plays a significant ecological role in aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems.
FAQs About the word nostoc
found in moist places as rounded jellylike coloniesA genus of algae. The plants are composed of moniliform cells imbedded in a gelatinous substance.
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Nostoc, a genus of cyanobacteria, forms spherical colonies called beadlets.
Nostoc is a filamentous cyanobacterium that fixes atmospheric nitrogen.
The Nostoc colony is enclosed in a translucent mucilaginous sheath.
Nostoc can grow in harsh conditions, such as deserts and polar regions.
