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microbiota
This term is used primarily in scientific and medical contexts to describe the entire ecosystem of microbes in a specific niche. It differs from "microbiome," which technically refers to the collective genomes of those microorganisms, though in common clinical usage, the two terms are often used interchangeably.
Grammatically, "microbiota" is a collective noun. While it refers to a vast multitude of organisms, it is typically treated as a singular entity in English sentences (e.g., "the microbiota is..."). Because it describes a collective community, it is treated as an uncountable noun and does not have a standard plural form.
Meanings
Examples
The gut microbiota plays a crucial role in regulating the immune system.
I wonder if my diet is actually changing my intestinal microbiota.
Antibiotics can significantly disrupt the balance of the native microbiota.
Antibiotics can significantly disrupt the balance of the native microbiota.
We need to analyze the skin microbiota of the patient to identify the pathogen.
The oral microbiota varies greatly between individuals based on hygiene habits.
Does this probiotic supplement actually support a healthy microbiota?
Research suggests that the vaginal microbiota is essential for preventing infections.
The scientist observed how the soil microbiota affected plant growth.