Escherichia (Noun)
Meaning
A genus of enteric bacteria.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Escherichia is a genus of enteric bacteria that includes the species Escherichia coli, commonly found in the human gut.
- The most well-known species within the Escherichia genus is Escherichia coli, which is often used as a model organism in scientific research.
- Escherichia bacteria are typically gram-negative, rod-shaped, and can be found in a variety of environments, including the human body and soil.
- Researchers have identified several species within the Escherichia genus, including Escherichia coli, Escherichia fergusonii, and Escherichia hermannii.
- The Escherichia genus is part of the family Enterobacteriaceae, which includes a diverse group of enteric bacteria that can be found in a range of environments.