Micrococcus (Noun)
Meaning
Type genus of the family Micrococcaceae.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Micrococcus is a genus of bacteria that can be found in a variety of environments, including soil and water.
- The type species of the genus Micrococcus is Micrococcus luteus, which was first isolated in the early 20th century.
- Micrococcus species are generally small, yellow-pigmented bacteria that are often found in clusters.
- The genus Micrococcus is part of the family Micrococcaceae, which also includes other genera of bacteria.
- Micrococcus roseus is another well-known species within the genus Micrococcus, which has been studied for its ability to produce pigments.