Family Treponemataceae (Noun)
Meaning
Small spirochetes some parasitic or pathogenic.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The family Treponemataceae consists of small spirochetes, some of which are parasitic or pathogenic to humans and animals.
- Species within the family Treponemataceae have been identified as the causative agents of various diseases, including syphilis and yaws.
- The family Treponemataceae is characterized by its spiral-shaped bacteria, which are typically 6-15 micrometers in length.
- Researchers have been studying the family Treponemataceae to better understand the mechanisms of disease transmission and to develop effective treatments.
- Members of the family Treponemataceae have been found in a variety of environments, including soil, water, and the gastrointestinal tracts of animals.