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Myxococcus
Medical Definition: | A genus of gliding bacteria that are common inhabitants on tree bark and decomposing vegetation. The cells are slender rods with tapering ends. |
Previously Indexed: | Bacteria (1966-1973),Myxococcales (1974-1991) |
Myxococcus xanthus - A species of gliding bacteria found on soil as well as in surface fresh water and coastal seawater. |
Myxococcus Medical Definitions and Terms
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