Spirillaceae (Noun)
Meaning
Rigid spirally curved elongate bacteria.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The Spirillaceae family consists of rigid spirally curved elongate bacteria that are commonly found in aquatic environments.
- Spirillaceae are known for their ability to move using lateral flagella that are usually located on tufts at the poles of the cell.
- The Spirillaceae have been observed in various microbial communities, highlighting the importance of these organisms in nutrient cycling.
- Members of the Spirillaceae family are typically aerobic with some species able to denitrify and others able to fix nitrogen.
- Microbiologists often study Spirillaceae due to their unique morphology and ability to thrive in a range of environments.