Mycobacteria (Noun)
Meaning
Rod-shaped bacteria some saprophytic or causing diseases.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Researchers isolate mycobacteria from infected tissue samples and study their growth patterns.
- The most common diseases caused by mycobacteria are tuberculosis and leprosy.
- Saprophytic mycobacteria thrive in warm and humid environments, breaking down organic matter.
- Mycobacteria have a unique waxy cell wall that contributes to their resistance to antibiotics.
- Treatment for diseases caused by pathogenic mycobacteria often involves a combination of medications and prolonged recovery periods.