Neisseriaceae
Neisseriaceae
Neisseriaceae (pronounced: nigh-sir-ee-ay-see-ee) is a family of Gram-negative bacteria that are typically found in the mucous membranes of mammals. The family is named after the German bacteriologist Albert Neisser.
Etymology
The term "Neisseriaceae" is derived from the name of Albert Neisser, who first discovered the genus Neisseria in 1879. The suffix "-aceae" is a standard ending in biological taxonomy that denotes a family.
Characteristics
Members of the Neisseriaceae family are typically non-motile and occur in pairs (diplococci). They are oxidase-positive and most species are aerobic, meaning they require oxygen to grow. Some species, such as Neisseria gonorrhoeae and Neisseria meningitidis, are pathogenic in humans and cause diseases like gonorrhea and meningitis, respectively.
Genera
The Neisseriaceae family includes the following genera:
Each of these genera contains different species of bacteria, some of which are pathogenic to humans.
Related Terms
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Neisseriaceae
- Wikipedia's article - Neisseriaceae
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