Bacillaceae (Noun)
Meaning
Typically rod-shaped usually Gram-positive bacteria that produce endospores.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Bacillaceae is a family of rod-shaped bacteria, typically Gram-positive, which produce endospores to withstand environmental stress.
- Members of Bacillaceae can be found widespread in nature, including in soil, the gastrointestinal tract of animals, and in marine environments.
- The endospores produced by Bacillaceae allow the bacteria to undergo dormancy and withstand temperatures that would otherwise be lethal.
- Due to their ability to form endospores, Bacillaceae have been an important area of research in the development of novel disinfection methods.
- Bacillaceae often play key roles in decomposition and nutrient cycling processes, serving as an essential component in various ecosystems.