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Endospore-Forming Bacteria
| Definition: |
A group of rods or cocci whose taxonomic affinities are uncertain. They form endospores, thick-walled bodies formed within the vegetative cells of certain bacteria, able to withstand adverse environmental conditions for prolonged periods. |
| Notes: |
avoid: too general; prefer specific families & genera; DF: ENDOSPORE FORMING BACT |
| Previously Indexed: |
Bacteria (1976-1997),Spores, Bacterial (1976-1997) |
Endospore-Forming Bacteria Categories.
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Gram-Positive Endospore-Forming Bacteria - Bacteria that form endospores and are gram-positive. Representative genera include BACILLUS; CLOSTRIDIUM; MICROMONOSPORA; SACCHAROPOLYSPORA; and STREPTOMYCES. |
Endospore-Forming Bacteria Definitions and Terms
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