Definition

Noun: 1. A genus of bacteria: Aerobacter is a taxonomic genus of rod-shaped, Gram-negative bacteria. These bacteria are facultative anaerobes, meaning they can grow with or without oxygen. They are commonly found in a wide variety of environments, including soil, water, and the intestinal tracts of humans and animals. Historically, this genus included species now classified under other genera like Enterobacter and Klebsiella.

Usage

• The term Aerobacter is used primarily in scientific and microbiological contexts to refer to this specific group of microorganisms.
• It is often discussed in relation to its role in nature, its biochemical characteristics, or its historical classification.

Examples

• Scientific Context:
  • The researcher identified the isolate as a member of the genus Aerobacter.
  • Aerobacter species are known for their ability to ferment sugars and produce gas.
  • This environmental sample showed significant growth of Aerobacter.

Advanced Usage

• The genus name Aerobacter is often encountered in older scientific literature. In modern taxonomy, many species formerly placed in have been reclassified. For example, the common species is now typically referred to as or .

Variants and Related Words

• Aerobic (adj): Requiring oxygen to live.
• Anaerobic (adj): Not requiring oxygen to live.
• Bacterium (n, singular): A single microorganism of this type. The plural is bacteria.
• Enterobacteriaceae (n): The large family of bacteria to which belongs.

Synonyms

• Enterobacter (n): A closely related modern genus that includes former species.
• Gram-negative rod (n): A descriptive term for the physical and staining characteristics of these bacteria.

Noun

1. aerobic bacteria widely distributed in nature