Reference Library
A collection of various Microbes. This library helps defines and describes the various elements you may find in your water.
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Actinomycetes-Mycolata
Diameter:
.8-1.2 µm
Diameter:
1.0 x 1.0-2.0 µm
Shape:
Variable
Septa:
Yes - most species Septa is visible
Sulfur Granules:
N/A
Sheath:
No
Branching:
Description
“True branching”. Almost all species in wastewater stain gram positive when healthy.
Microthrix filament morphotype
Diameter:
.5-.8 µm
Diameter:
N/A
Shape:
Individual cell not visible
Septa:
Yes- but very rarely seen septa.
Sulfur Granules:
N/A
Sheath:
No
Branching:
Description
Gram positive. Often has Neisser positive granules.
Filament Type 1863 Morphotype
Diameter:
.8-1.0 µm
Diameter:
.8-1.0 x 1.0-1.5 µm
Shape:
Ovals, Rods
Septa:
Yes - visible
Sulfur Granules:
N/A
Sheath:
No
Branching:
Description
Usually dispersed. “Chain of cells” appearance.