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Actinobacteria
ACTINOMYCETES
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Overview
Actinobacteria are Gram-positive bacteria that are typically found in the soil, playing an important part of decomposition of organic matter. Actinobacteria can also be infectious, and inhabit plants or animals. They are typically aerobic, but certain members can grow under anaerobic conditions. Certain members of Actinobacteria, such as the Streptomyces, have pharmaceutically useful properties.

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Acknowledgements
Ashley MacDonald, University of Georgia, Athens

I thank John Pickering for his assistance with the development of this page.


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