Chlorobi
| Definition: |
A phylum of anoxygenic, phototrophic, CHLOROBI including the family Chlorobiaceae. They occur in aquatic sediments, sulfur springs, and hot springs and utilize reduced sulfur compounds instead of oxygen. |
| Also Called: |
Chlorobiaceae |
| Previously Indexed: |
Bacteria (1990-1996) |
Chlorobi Categories.
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Chlorobium - A genus of phototrophic, obligately anaerobic bacteria in the family Chlorobiaceae. They are found in hydrogen sulfide-containing mud and water environments. |
Chlorobi Definitions and Terms
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