What is another word for aerobic organism?
Pronunciation: [e͡əɹˈə͡ʊbɪk ˈɔːɡənˌɪzəm] (IPA) 
An aerobic organism is a type of living creature that requires oxygen for its metabolic processes and sustenance. There are many synonyms for this term, including aerobe, aerophilic organism, and obligate aerobe. These synonyms describe the same class of organisms that depend on a steady supply of oxygen for survival. Other related terms can include the opposite, anaerobic organism, microaerophile, and facultative anaerobe. Understanding these terms is important in fields such as microbiology, ecology, and health sciences, as the behavior and survival of organisms in different environments depend greatly on their ability to utilize oxygen.
