Saccharomycetaceae
Saccharomycetaceae
Saccharomycetaceae (pronunciation: sak-uh-roh-my-see-tuh-see) is a family of yeast within the order of Saccharomycetales. The family name is derived from the Greek words "saccharo" meaning sugar and "mycetes" meaning fungus, indicating the yeast's ability to ferment sugars.
Etymology
The term "Saccharomycetaceae" is derived from the Greek words "saccharon" (σάκχαρον) meaning sugar, and "mykes" (μύκης) meaning fungus. This reflects the ability of yeasts in this family to ferment sugars.
Characteristics
Members of the Saccharomycetaceae family are typically unicellular and reproduce by budding. They are known for their ability to ferment sugars, a characteristic that has been exploited in baking and brewing for thousands of years. Some species within this family, such as Saccharomyces cerevisiae, are used extensively in scientific research.
Related Terms
- Saccharomyces: A genus within the Saccharomycetaceae family. The most well-known species is Saccharomyces cerevisiae, commonly known as baker's yeast or brewer's yeast.
- Saccharomycetales: The order to which Saccharomycetaceae belongs. It includes several other families of yeasts.
- Yeast: A general term for unicellular fungi. Many yeasts, including those in the Saccharomycetaceae family, are known for their ability to ferment sugars.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Saccharomycetaceae
- Wikipedia's article - Saccharomycetaceae
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