Definition

A type of bacterium that belongs to the family Streptomycetaceae, known for forming mycelia and typically found in soil.

Example

Streptomycetes are important in the production of antibiotics and play a role in soil health.

Conversation

Have you ever heard about the streptomycete bacteria?

Yeah, I read that they are important for soil health.

Exactly! They help decompose organic matter and recycle nutrients.

That's fascinating! I love how nature works in such complex ways.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Streptomycete → It is formed from "strepto-" (from Greek "streptos", meaning twisted) and "mycete" (from Greek "mykētēs", meaning fungus). The word refers to a twisted or filamentous fungus, which is characteristic of the genus Streptomyces.

Memory Tip

Think of 'twisted' ('strepto-') fungi ('mycete') to remember that 'streptomycete' refers to a type of twisted fungus.

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