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bacteria
/bæktɪriə/
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(microbiology) single-celled or noncellular spherical or spiral or rod-shaped organisms lacking chlorophyll that reproduce by fission; important as pathogens and for biochemical properties; taxonomy is difficult; often considered to be plants
细菌
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Washing your hands helps prevent the spread of bacteria.
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洗手有助于防止细菌传播。
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