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Term: Legionella pneumophilia

Description: Legionella pneumophilia is a Gram-negative bacterium responsible for causing Legionnaires' disease, a severe form of pneumonia. It is commonly found in freshwater environments such as hot tubs, cooling towers, and plumbing systems.

Sample sentences:

• The outbreak of Legionnaires' disease was linked to the presence of Legionella pneumophilia in the hotel's water supply.
• Health officials are investigating the source of Legionella pneumophilia contamination in the public swimming pool.
• Proper maintenance and regular cleaning of water systems can help prevent the growth of Legionella pneumophilia.

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