Outrageously Funny Word Dictionary :: Leuconostocaceae

👉 The Leuconostocaceae are a family of gram-negative bacteria known for their ability to ferment sugars, primarily lactose and fructose, in the absence of oxygen. They belong to the order Proteobacteria and are characterized by their large number of flagella and rod-shaped cells with a single cell wall. This family is particularly important in the fermentation industry due to its versatility and capacity to produce biofuels such as ethanol and methanol.

Leuconostocaceae