acidophils

Example:The researchers identified a bacteria species as an alkaliphile, capable of living in environments with a very high pH.

Definition:Organisms that thrive in alkaline environments and appear purple when stained with basic dyes in histological and cytological examinations.

Example:In a study, acidophobes were found to die rapidly when exposed to acidic environments.

Definition:Cells or organisms that avoid or destroy acidic conditions, contrasting with acidophils.