Nitrobacteriaceae (Noun)
Meaning
Usually rod-shaped bacteria that oxidize ammonia or nitrites: nitrobacteria.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Nitrobacteriaceae are a family of bacteria that play a crucial role in the nitrogen cycle by oxidizing nitrites.
- The Nitrobacteriaceae family is classified as chemolithoautotrophic bacteria, meaning they obtain energy from the oxidation of inorganic compounds.
- The rod-shaped bacteria in the Nitrobacteriaceae family facilitate the conversion of ammonia and nitrites into nitrates.
- Members of the Nitrobacteriaceae family are commonly found in soil, wastewater treatment plants, and aquatic environments.
- Nitrobacteriaceae have been extensively studied in the context of nutrient cycling, bioremediation, and environmental microbiology.