genus streptococcus

Thân thiện

A scientist examines a slide of the genus Streptococcus under a microscope.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A taxonomic category in biological classification: "genus streptococcus" refers to a specific genus of Gram-positive, spherical bacteria that typically occur in chains. This genus belongs to the family Streptococcaceae and includes many species, some of which are pathogenic to humans and animals.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The laboratory report identified the pathogen as belonging to the genus Streptococcus.
  • Streptococcus pyogenes, a species within the genus Streptococcus, is a common cause of strep throat.

Advanced Usage

• In taxonomic hierarchy: The term is used in scientific contexts to denote a precise level of classification (genus) for a group of closely related bacterial species.
  • The genus Streptococcus is further divided into groups based on serological characteristics.

Variants and Related Words

• Streptococcal (adj): Pertaining to or caused by bacteria of the genus .
  • She was treated for a streptococcal infection.
• Streptococcus (n): Can refer informally to any bacterium within this genus or to the genus itself.
  • The test detected streptococcus in the sample.

Synonyms

• Streptococcus genus: A direct synonym in scientific nomenclature.

Notes on Meaning

• The term "genus streptococcus" is a formal, scientific name. In non-scientific contexts, people often use the shortened form "streptococcus" to refer to the bacteria generally. The full term specifies the exact taxonomic rank.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a genus of bacteria

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