family Mycobacteriaceae
Definition
- Noun:
- A family of bacteria: "Family Mycobacteriaceae" is the scientific taxonomic name for a specific family of bacteria. This family includes several important genera, most notably the genus Mycobacterium.
Usage Notes
- This term is used almost exclusively in scientific, medical, and microbiological contexts. It refers to a formal classification group in biological taxonomy.
- It is a proper noun and is often capitalized when referring to the specific taxonomic rank: .
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- The causative agent of tuberculosis belongs to the Family Mycobacteriaceae.
- Bacteria in Family Mycobacteriaceae have cell walls with a high lipid content.
Advanced Usage
- In formal taxonomic writing, the family name may be italicized: .
- It can be used in a broader phylogenetic discussion:
Variants and Related Words
- Mycobacteriaceae: The core family name, often used without the word "family" in technical literature.
- Mycobacterium (noun): The most significant genus within this family, containing species like and .
- Mycobacterial (adjective): Relating to or caused by bacteria of this family.
- Mycobacterial infections require specific antibiotic regimens.
Synonyms
- Taxonomic Synonyms: There are no common English synonyms for this precise scientific name. In informal contexts, one might refer to "the mycobacterium family" or "acid-fast bacteria," though these are not exact equivalents.
Related Phrases
- Member of Mycobacteriaceae: A phrase used to describe an organism classified within this family.
- This pathogen is a confirmed member of Mycobacteriaceae.
Noun
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a family of bacteria
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