saccharomyces

Questions

What does saccharomyces mean?

Any of many single-celled fungi of the genus Saccharomyces, which lack a true mycelium; especially the yeasts.

Where does saccharomyces come from?

From the genus name.

How to pronounce saccharomyces

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