What is another word for Family Treponemataceae?

Pronunciation: [fˈamɪli tɹˈɛpə͡ʊnmˌate͡ɪsˌiː] (IPA)

The Family Treponemataceae comprises a diverse group of bacteria that are pathogenic to humans and animals. Synonyms for this family include Spirochaetaceae, Spirochetaceae, and Spirochaetaceae. These bacteria are characterized by their long, thin, spiral or helical shape, and are capable of causing serious illness in both humans and animals. Some commonly known pathogens within this family include Treponema pallidum, the causative agent of syphilis, and Borrelia burgdorferi, the causative agent of Lyme disease. Although these bacteria can cause serious harm, they also play a crucial role in many important biological processes, such as the breakdown of organic matter in the environment.

Synonyms for Family treponemataceae:

What are the hypernyms for Family treponemataceae?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    class Synergistia, order Synergistales, phylum Synergistetes, superfamily Synergistaceae.

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