Dangerous bacteria Crossword Clue

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BACTERIA (noun)
1. (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
DANGEROUS (adjective)
1. involving or causing danger or risk; liable to hurt or harm
2. causing fear or anxiety by threatening great harm

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