Methylosinus
| Definition: |
A genus of gram-negative rods which form exospores and are obligate methanotrophs. |
| Previously Indexed: |
Methylococcaceae (1975-1999) |
Methylosinus Categories.
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Methylosinus trichosporium - A species of METHYLOSINUS which is capable of degrading trichloroethylene and other organic pollutants. |
Methylosinus Definitions and Terms
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