Tag: bacteriology

Illustration of Streptococcus mitis bacteria in a vibrant, magnified view, surrounded by tooth and gum structures, indicating its habitat within the oral cavity.

Streptococcus mitis: A Common Member of the Oral Microbiota

Introduction to Streptococcus mitis Streptococcus mitis, a gram-positive bacterium, is a common component of the human oral…

2023-12-11
Illustration of the microscopic Francisella tularensis bacterium, magnified to show detail, surrounded by human cells, indicating the bacterium's invasive nature.

Francisella tularensis: The Tularensis Bacterium

Introduction to Francisella tularensis Francisella tularensis, the bacterium responsible for the infectious disease tularemia, is a formidable…

2023-12-05