Bakteriaalsete
Bakteriaalsete is a term of Latvian origin that translates to "bacterial" in English. It is used to describe anything pertaining to bacteria, a large domain of prokaryotic microorganisms. Bacteria are single-celled organisms that are found in nearly every habitat on Earth, from soil and water to the inside of other organisms. They are incredibly diverse in their form, metabolism, and ecological roles. Some bacteria are beneficial, playing vital roles in processes like nutrient cycling and digestion, while others can cause disease in humans, animals, and plants.
The study of bacteria falls under the field of microbiology, specifically bacteriology. Bacteriologists investigate the structure,