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	~~'''~~Methylobacteriaceae''' is a family of bacteria within the order [[Rhizobiales]]. This family is characterized by its members' ability to metabolize methane, a unique trait that has significant implications for both environmental and medical research.		== Methylobacteriaceae ==

	~~== Taxonomy ==~~		[[File:Methylobacterium_jeotgali.jpg\|thumb\|right\|Methylobacterium jeotgali]]

	The ~~family~~ Methylobacteriaceae is ~~part~~ of ~~the order~~ [[~~Rhizobiales~~]]~~, which falls under~~ the ~~class~~ [[~~Alphaproteobacteria~~]]. ~~This~~ family ~~includes several genera, such as~~ [[~~Methylobacterium~~]], [[~~Methylorubrum~~]], ~~and [[Methylopila]]~~.		The '''Methylobacteriaceae''' is a family of [[Gram-negative bacteria]] within the order [[Rhizobiales]]. Members of this family are known for their ability to utilize [[methanol]] and other one-carbon compounds as their sole source of carbon and energy. This metabolic capability is due to the presence of the enzyme [[methanol dehydrogenase]], which catalyzes the oxidation of methanol to formaldehyde.

	== Characteristics ==		=== Characteristics ===

	~~Members of~~ the Methylobacteriaceae family are ~~Gram-negative~~, ~~rod~~-~~shaped bacteria~~. They are ~~facultative aerobes~~, ~~meaning they can survive in both oxygen-rich~~ and ~~oxygen-poor environments~~. The ~~defining characteristic of this family~~ is their ~~ability to metabolize methane~~, ~~a trait that is relatively rare among~~ bacteria.		Bacteria in the Methylobacteriaceae family are typically [[aerobic]] and [[motile]], with some species exhibiting [[pink-pigmentation]] due to the presence of carotenoids. They are commonly found in a variety of environments, including soil, water, and on plant surfaces. The ability to colonize plant surfaces is facilitated by their production of [[biofilms]], which protect the bacteria from environmental stresses and allow them to interact with the plant host.

	== ~~Metabolism~~ ==		=== Genera ===

	Methylobacteriaceae ~~bacteria are capable of metabolizing methane through a process~~ known ~~as methanotrophy~~. ~~This process involves the oxidation of methane to methanol~~, ~~which is then further oxidized to formaldehyde~~. ~~The formaldehyde can be assimilated into biomass or oxidized~~ to ~~carbon dioxide~~.		The family Methylobacteriaceae includes several genera, with the most well-known being [[Methylobacterium]]. Other genera include [[Methylorubrum]], [[Microvirga]], and [[Methylopila]]. Each genus contains species with unique adaptations to their specific ecological niches.

	== ~~Environmental Significance~~ ==		=== Ecological Role ===

	~~Methanotrophy plays~~ a ~~crucial~~ role in the ~~global~~ carbon cycle~~. By converting methane~~, a ~~potent greenhouse gas, into~~ carbon ~~dioxide~~, ~~Methylobacteriaceae bacteria help~~ to ~~mitigate the effects of climate change~~.		Methylobacteriaceae play a significant role in the [[carbon cycle]] by oxidizing methanol, a common byproduct of plant metabolism. This process not only helps in recycling carbon but also supports the growth of these bacteria in methanol-rich environments. Additionally, some members of this family are known to promote plant growth by producing phytohormones and facilitating nutrient uptake.

	== ~~Medical Significance~~ ==		=== Applications ===

	~~While~~ Methylobacteriaceae ~~bacteria are not typically pathogenic, they~~ have ~~been found~~ in ~~various human body sites, including the skin, oral cavity,~~ and ~~respiratory tract~~. ~~Their presence~~ in ~~these areas suggests a potential role in human health~~, ~~although further research is needed~~ to ~~fully understand this relationship~~.		Due to their metabolic versatility, Methylobacteriaceae have potential applications in [[bioremediation]] and [[biotechnology]]. They can be used to degrade pollutants such as [[formaldehyde]] and [[methanol]] in contaminated environments. Furthermore, their ability to produce valuable compounds like [[vitamins]] and [[antioxidants]] makes them attractive for industrial applications.

	== ~~See Also~~ ==		== Related pages ==
			* [[Rhizobiales]]
			* [[Methanol dehydrogenase]]
			* [[Biofilm]]
			* [[Carbon cycle]]

	* [[Methanotroph]]		{{Bacteria}}
	* [[Methylobacterium]]
	* [[Methylorubrum]]
	* [[Methylopila]]

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'''Methylobacteriaceae''' is a family of bacteria within the order [[Rhizobiales]]. This family is characterized by its members' ability to metabolize methane, a unique trait that has significant implications for both environmental and medical research.

== Taxonomy ==

The family Methylobacteriaceae is part of the order [[Rhizobiales]], which falls under the class [[Alphaproteobacteria]]. This family includes several genera, such as [[Methylobacterium]], [[Methylorubrum]], and [[Methylopila]].

== Characteristics ==

Members of the Methylobacteriaceae family are Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacteria. They are facultative aerobes, meaning they can survive in both oxygen-rich and oxygen-poor environments. The defining characteristic of this family is their ability to metabolize methane, a trait that is relatively rare among bacteria.

== Metabolism ==

Methylobacteriaceae bacteria are capable of metabolizing methane through a process known as methanotrophy. This process involves the oxidation of methane to methanol, which is then further oxidized to formaldehyde. The formaldehyde can be assimilated into biomass or oxidized to carbon dioxide.

== Environmental Significance ==

Methanotrophy plays a crucial role in the global carbon cycle. By converting methane, a potent greenhouse gas, into carbon dioxide, Methylobacteriaceae bacteria help to mitigate the effects of climate change.

== Medical Significance ==

While Methylobacteriaceae bacteria are not typically pathogenic, they have been found in various human body sites, including the skin, oral cavity, and respiratory tract. Their presence in these areas suggests a potential role in human health, although further research is needed to fully understand this relationship.

== See Also ==

* [[Methanotroph]]
* [[Methylobacterium]]
* [[Methylorubrum]]
* [[Methylopila]]

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[[Category:Rhizobiales]]

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