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1. (n.) sarcina
any of several spherical saprophytic bacteria, of the genus Sarcina.
Etymology: (1835–45; < NL, L: bundle)
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1. (noun) sarcina
a genus of bacteria found in various organic fluids, especially in those those of the stomach, associated with certain diseases. The individual organisms undergo division along two perpendicular partitions, so that multiplication takes place in two directions, giving groups of four cubical cells. Also used adjectively; as, a sarcina micrococcus; a sarcina group
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1. sarcina
A genus of gram-positive, anaerobic bacteria whose organisms divide in three perpendicular planes and occur in packets of eight or more cells. It has been isolated from soil, grains, and clinical specimens.
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