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== Genome Structure == | == Genome Structure == | ||
The genome of ''Clostridum botulinum'' was sequenced due to the many unique abilities that this bacteria retains. Scientists have illustrated many studies regarding the four different groups of ''Cl. botulinum''. | The genome of ''Clostridum botulinum'' was sequenced due to the many unique abilities that this bacteria retains. Scientists have illustrated many studies regarding the four different groups of ''Cl. botulinum''. This bacteria is relatively large compared to most other gram-positive bacteria. The large structure could be needed for extensive spore formation and the ability to produce toxins. Genomic analysis by pulse-field gel electrophoresis revealed genes encoding neurotoxin, hemagglutinin A, and genese for a temperate phage, and various transposon Tn916 sites. <sup>[3]</sup> | ||
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Genome Structure
The genome of Clostridum botulinum was sequenced due to the many unique abilities that this bacteria retains. Scientists have illustrated many studies regarding the four different groups of Cl. botulinum. This bacteria is relatively large compared to most other gram-positive bacteria. The large structure could be needed for extensive spore formation and the ability to produce toxins. Genomic analysis by pulse-field gel electrophoresis revealed genes encoding neurotoxin, hemagglutinin A, and genese for a temperate phage, and various transposon Tn916 sites. [3]