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family mycobacteriaceae

 

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Noun family mycobacteriaceae has 1 sense
  1. Mycobacteriaceae, family Mycobacteriaceae - a family of bacteria
    --1 is a kind of bacteria family
    --1 is a member of Actinomycetales, order Actinomycetales
    --1 has members: genus Mycobacterium

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Family Mycobacteriaceae

The family Mycobacteriaceae is a group of bacteria that belong to the order Actinomycetales. It includes numerous species of mycobacteria, some of which are pathogenic to humans and animals.

Sense 1: Taxonomy

In taxonomy, Mycobacteriaceae is a family of bacteria that encompasses various genera, including Mycobacterium, Nocardia, Rhodococcus, and Gordonia.

Example sentence:

The family Mycobacteriaceae is known for its diverse range of bacterial species with distinct characteristics.

Sense 2: Medical

In a medical context, Mycobacteriaceae refers to the family of bacteria that includes the well-known pathogen Mycobacterium tuberculosis, responsible for causing tuberculosis in humans.

Example sentence:

Healthcare professionals must take proper precautions while handling sputum samples containing Mycobacteriaceae bacteria.

Sense 3: Environmental

In an environmental context, Mycobacteriaceae refers to a group of bacteria commonly found in soil and water, playing critical roles in nutrient cycling and environmental processes.

Example sentence:

Researchers are studying the diversity and abundance of Mycobacteriaceae bacteria in polluted aquatic ecosystems.

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