Preferred Term:
coliform bacteria
Definition:
A group of gram-negative, rod-shaped bacteria that do not form endospores. They are found in many environments, including the intestinal tract and feces of animals. Some species are economically important as livestock pathogens.
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https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/15079
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