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Methanobacterium

Medical Definition: A genus of anaerobic, rod-shaped METHANOBACTERIACAE. Its organisms are nonmotile and use ammonia as the sole source of nitrogen. These methanogens are found in aquatic sediments, soil, sewage, and the gastrointestinal tract of animals.
Guide Notes: a genus of methanogens found throughout nature & in gastrointestinal tract of animals: do not confuse with plural see ref METHANOBACTERIA see METHANOGENS; DF: METHANOBACT
Previously Indexed: Bacteria (1968-1978),Methanogens (1979-1991)

Methanobacterium Medical Definitions and Terms

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