actinomycetaceae

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Noun actinomycetaceae has 1 sense

Actinomycetaceae, family Actinomycetaceae - filamentous anaerobic bacteria
--₁ is a kind of bacteria family
--₁ is a member of Actinomycetales, order Actinomycetales
--₁ has members: genus Actinomyces

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Actinomycetaceae

Noun:

A family of gram-positive, filamentous bacteria that have a branching mycelium. They are commonly found in soil and play a vital role in decomposition and the production of antibiotics.

Example Sentence:

The Actinomycetaceae are known for their ability to produce a wide range of secondary metabolites with potential therapeutic applications.

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