Myxobacteriaceae

Học thuật
Thân thiện
Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A family of bacteria: Myxobacteriaceae is the scientific name for a family of bacteria. These organisms are known for their unique social behavior and complex life cycles.
    • Soil and dung-dwelling bacteria: Members of this family are commonly found living in soil and on animal dung, where they play a role in decomposition.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The decomposition of this material is aided by bacteria from the family Myxobacteriaceae.
    • Scientists study Myxobacteriaceae to understand bacterial multicellularity.
Advanced Usage
  • Taxonomic context: The term is used primarily in scientific classification (taxonomy) to group a specific set of related bacteria.
    • The order Myxococcales includes the family Myxobacteriaceae.
Variants and Related Words
  • Myxobacterium (noun): A singular bacterium belonging to the family Myxobacteriaceae.
    • Under the microscope, the myxobacterium displayed gliding motility.
  • Myxobacterial (adjective): Relating to or characteristic of the Myxobacteriaceae.
    • The research paper detailed myxobacterial developmental cycles.
Synonyms
  • Myxobacteria: A common synonym referring to the bacteria within this family.
  • Slime bacteria: An informal, descriptive name referencing the slime trails some species produce.
Related Terms
  • Fruiting body: A multicellular structure formed by myxobacteria during their life cycle.
    • The Myxobacteriaceae form intricate fruiting bodies when nutrients are scarce.
  • Gliding motility: A type of movement exhibited by these bacteria across surfaces.
    • Myxobacteriaceae are studied for their unique gliding motility.
Noun
  1. bacteria living mostly in soils and on dung

Từ đồng nghĩa

Từ chứa "Myxobacteriaceae"