Methanospirillum
| Definition: |
The sole genus in the family Methanospirillaceae whose organisms are progressively motile by means of polar, tufted flagella. They have been isolated from sewage-sludge and pear waste digesters as well as marine and non-marine habitats. |
| Also Called: |
Methanospirillaceae |
| Previously Indexed: |
Methanogens (1976-1997) |
Methanospirillum Definitions and Terms
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