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pho·totroph·ic bac·te·ri·a

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  1. phototrophic bacteria, phototropic bacterianoun

    green and purple bacteria; energy for growth is derived from sunlight; carbon is derived from carbon dioxide or organic carbon

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  1. phototrophic bacteria

    Phototrophic bacteria are a type of bacteria that obtain their energy through the process of photosynthesis. They use light as their primary energy source and convert it into chemical energy, often releasing oxygen as a byproduct. This group is diverse and includes various subcategories such as purple sulfur bacteria, green sulfur bacteria, and cyanobacteria, each having specific characteristics related to their phototrophic process.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of phototrophic bacteria in Chaldean Numerology is: 8

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of phototrophic bacteria in Pythagorean Numerology is: 6

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