Pseudomonas putida
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Classification
Higher order taxa
Domain- Bacteria
Phylum- Proteobacteria
Class- Gamma Proteobacteria
Order- Pseudomonadales
family- Pseudomonadaceae
Species
Pseudomonas putida
Description and significance
Pseudomonas putida are Gram negative, aerobic, rod-shaped bacteria. They do not form spores, and are oxidase positive. Having one or more polar flagella, they are motile organisms. They can be found in moist environments, such as soil and water, and grow optimally at room temperature. P. putida are unique saprobes in that use a wide variety of non-living material as their source of nutrition, including multiple types of aromatic hydrocarbons. This allows them to be agents of bioremediation, one of the most differentiating and impressive features of Pseudomonas putida. Describe the appearance, habitat, etc. of the organism, and why it is important enough to have its genome sequenced. Describe how and where it was isolated. Include a picture or two (with sources) if you can find them.
Genome structure
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Cell structure and metabolism
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Ecology
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Pathology
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Application to Biotechnology
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Current Research
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