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What is the name of the family that includes Bacillus?
What is the name of the family that includes Bacillus?
Bacillaceae
What is the name of the order that includes Bacillus?
What is the name of the order that includes Bacillus?
Bacillales
What does the Latin word "subtilis" mean in the bacteria name Bacillus subtilis?
What does the Latin word "subtilis" mean in the bacteria name Bacillus subtilis?
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Microbiology Lecture Notes
- Microbiology is the study of microscopic organisms, such as bacteria, fungi, and protists.
- Microorganisms are too small to be seen with the naked eye.
- Microorganisms are found in various environments, including food, soil, milk, and water.
Microbial Classification
- A species is a group of microorganisms with similar characteristics.
- A genus contains multiple species.
- A family, order, and class group together related genera.
- The genus Bacillus belongs to the family Bacillaceae and the order Bacillales.
- Bacillus subtilis is a specific species of bacteria, known for its small size.
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This quiz covers essential concepts in microbiology, focusing on the classification of microorganisms, including bacteria, fungi, and protists. Learn about the hierarchical structure of microbial classification from species to family. Perfect for students seeking to understand the microscopic world.
