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Vocabulary Entry
nostoc
|noun
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N
noun
A genus of cyanobacteria, often found in moist soil or on the surfaces of rocks, contributing to nitrogen fixation.
Example Sentences
"Nostoc can be beneficial for crops due to its ability to fix atmospheric nitrogen."
"The pond was covered with a green slimy layer of nostoc."
"Scientists study nostoc to better understand early life forms on Earth."