myxobacteriaceae
Definition
- 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
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bacteria living mostly in soils and on dung
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