diplococcus pneumoniae
Definition
- Noun:
- A bacterium causing pneumonia: Diplococcus pneumoniae is a specific type of bacterium known to cause pneumonia in both mice and humans. It is a significant pathogen in respiratory infections.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The laboratory study focused on the virulence factors of Diplococcus pneumoniae.
- Pneumonia in the elderly is often caused by Diplococcus pneumoniae.
Advanced Usage
- Scientific Classification: In modern taxonomy, this bacterium is more commonly referred to as . The term is an older, historical name that reflects its observed paired (diplo-) spherical (coccus) shape under a microscope.
- Although historically called Diplococcus pneumoniae, it is now classified under the genus Streptococcus.
Variants and Related Words
- Streptococcus pneumoniae (n): The current scientific name for the same bacterium.
- Vaccines are available to protect against infections from Streptococcus pneumoniae.
Synonyms
- Pneumococcus: A common synonym for or .
- The pneumococcus is a major cause of community-acquired pneumonia.
Noun
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bacterium causing pneumonia in mice and humans
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