saprobic

• Relativo a matéria orgânica em decomposição ou que vive nela; usado principalmente em contextos ecológicos e biológicos.

Relating to or living in decaying organic matter; used primarily in ecological and biological contexts.

1. Living in organic-rich, low-oxygen environmentsC2formalscientific

   Relating to or living in an environment that is rich in decaying organic matter and typically lacks oxygen.

   Sapróbio

   • Saprobic bacteria thrive in stagnant ponds with high levels of decomposing plant material.
   • The saprobic zone of a lake is characterized by low oxygen and abundant nutrients.
   • Certain fungi are saprobic, breaking down dead wood in oxygen-poor soil.