zoogleas
/ˈzoʊɡliəz/
noun
- A gelatinous mass of bacteria or other microorganisms, often found in water or on surfaces.
- The pond water had a slimy layer of zoogleas on the surface.
- Under the microscope, the zoogleas looked like a jelly-like cluster of tiny cells.
- The filter in the aquarium was clogged with zoogleas from the bacteria.