axenization en · NOUN
Meanings
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(uncountable) The process of isolating a particular organism from all others.
The axenization of microbes allows concentrated groups to be studied in a pure culture.
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(countable) An instance of this process.
The lab succeeded in 60% of the axenizations that it attempted.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| axenizations | Number=Plur | lexicographic |