anaerobically
Adverb
Meaning
anaerobically (comparative more anaerobically, superlative most anaerobically)
In an anaerobic manner; in a way that does not require oxygen. Generally used of metabolic processes.
Humans can metabolize both aerobically and anaerobically, the latter generally in high stress situations.
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Examples
5: Aerotolerant organisms do not require oxygen as they metabolise energy anaerobically.
4: Microaerophiles need oxygen because they cannot ferment or respire anaerobically.
Swimming is primarily a cardiovascular/aerobic exercise citation due to the long exercise time, requiring a constant oxygen supply to the muscles, except for short sprints where the muscles work anaerobically.
The plants are susceptible to fungi in the root area, so anaerobic organic enrichment such as anaerobically composted organic matter or manure, should be avoided.