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Bacillus

Genus of Gram-positive, mostly rod-shaped, bacteria including both free-living and pathogenic species.

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bacteria
Large group of prokaryotic microorganisms representing one of the three domains of living organisms. Present in the majority of Earth's habitats as well as organic matter and the bodies of live animals. Most are harmless, some beneficial and others pathogenic.
gram-positive
Of, relating to, or being a bacterium that does retain the crystal violet dye used in Gram's method of staining.

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