Pseudomonadales
Pseudomonadales
Pseudomonadales (pronounced soo-doh-muh-nay-dee-uhls) is an order of Gram-negative bacteria that includes the family Pseudomonadaceae, which is known for its metabolic diversity and its ability to colonize a wide range of niches.
Etymology
The name "Pseudomonadales" is derived from the Greek words "pseudo", meaning false, and "monas", meaning unit. This refers to the fact that these bacteria often appear as single cells, despite being capable of forming complex communities.
Characteristics
Pseudomonadales are rod-shaped and are often found in soil, water, and plant surfaces. They are known for their metabolic versatility, which allows them to degrade a wide range of organic compounds and survive in various environments. Some species of Pseudomonadales are pathogenic, causing diseases in plants, animals, and humans.
Related Terms
- Pseudomonas aeruginosa: A species of Pseudomonadales that is an opportunistic pathogen of humans.
- Azotobacter: A genus of free-living diazotrophic bacteria that belongs to the order Pseudomonadales.
- Gram-negative bacteria: A group of bacteria that do not retain the crystal violet stain used in the Gram staining method of bacterial differentiation.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Pseudomonadales
- Wikipedia's article - Pseudomonadales
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