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halophile [′hal·ə‚fīl] (biology) An organism that requires high salt concentrations for growth and maintenance. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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To the Editor: Vibrio parahaemolyticus is a halophilic member of the genus Vibrio that inhabits temperate and tropical marine environments worldwide. Taking advantage of the diverse marine environment, Aphios has established a unique library of marine microorganisms from hydrothermal vents, deep sea and near shore locations, halophilic ponds and mangrove swamps, as well as from sponges, corals, and other invertebrates that are known to produce bioactive compounds. To the Editor: Vibrio parahaemolyticus is a halophilic bacterium that occurs naturally in aquatic environments worldwide. |
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