Bacilli are a class of bacteria characterized by their rod-like shape, which can be found in various environments and include both beneficial and pathogenic species. They play significant roles in processes like nitrogen fixation and can cause diseases such as anthrax and tuberculosis.

Bacilli

Class of bacteria

Rod-like shape

There are many different places where plants, animals, and people live, like forests, oceans, and cities. Each place is special and has its own things that make it different, like how hot or cold it is and what kind of animals live there.

Various Environments

Beneficial species

Pathogenic species

Nitrogen fixation is a critical natural process where atmospheric nitrogen (N2) is converted into ammonia (NH3), making nitrogen accessible to plants for growth. This process is primarily carried out by certain bacteria and archaea, either free-living in the soil or in symbiotic relationships with plant roots, and is essential for maintaining the nitrogen cycle in ecosystems.

Nitrogen Fixation

Diseases

Anthrax

Tuberculosis is a contagious bacterial infection caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, primarily affecting the lungs but can spread to other organs. It remains a global health challenge due to its airborne transmission, drug-resistant strains, and the need for prolonged treatment regimens.

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