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aspergillus Definition

as·per·gil·lus (-jiləs)

noun pl. -·gilli′-ī′

any of a widespread genus (Aspergillus) of ascomycetous fungi bearing chains of spores attached to stalks on the swollen end of a threadlike branch: their purified enzymes are used in food production

Etymology: ModL < aspergillum: so named from appearing similar to the aspergillum

aspergillus Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • fumigatus: Damp grain and bread can be contaminated with the mold Aspergillus fumigatus, which when inhaled by birds can be fatal.
  • nidulans: Aspergillus nidulans [ 1 ] For studies of nutritional mutants.
  • infection: Aspergillus infections efficacy in aspergillosis patients with poor prognosis Voriconazole has in vitro fungicidal activity against Aspergillus spp.
  • oryzae: Aspergillus oryzae [ 1 ] Produces a potent amylase; useful for studies of starch digestion.
  • niger: Aspergillus niger [ 1 ] Useful for studies of the influence of magnesium on growth and the development of spore color.
  • parasiticus: Growth and mycotoxin production of Aspergillus flavus and Aspergillus parasiticus were inhibited by extracts of Agave cactus ( the cactus used in tequila ).

Noun used with modifier

  • fungus: The soil and plants inside your house and outside are a source of the fungus aspergillus which grows in decaying vegetation.
  • mold: Soy Sauce is made from soya beans by the action of the mold Aspergillus.

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