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genus micrococcus

 

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Noun genus micrococcus has 1 sense
  1. Micrococcus, genus Micrococcus - type genus of the family Micrococcaceae
    --1 is a kind of bacteria genus
    --1 is a member of Micrococcaceae, family Micrococcaceae

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Genus Micrococcus

Description:

The genus Micrococcus refers to a group of Gram-positive bacteria belonging to the family Micrococcaceae. These bacteria are typically spherical or oval-shaped, occurring in clusters or tetrads. They are found in various habitats such as soil, water, air, and on the skin and mucous membranes of animals, including humans.

Examples:

Noun: The genus Micrococcus includes several species, such as Micrococcus luteus and Micrococcus roseus.

Plural noun: Scientists have identified numerous different species within the genus Micrococcus.

Adjective: Micrococcus bacteria are often used in laboratory experiments to study their growth and metabolic activities.

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