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Potential cause: FOG
Fats, Oils, Grease (FOG): There are 3 recognized filamentous bacteria morphotypes that may be correlated to the presence of FOG. Generally, when FOG is exposed to septicity, long chain fatty acids may be formed, which are often additionally advantageous for these filaments.
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Shape:
Variable
Septa:
Yes - most species Septa is visible
Sulfur Granules:
No
Sheath:
No
Branching:
No
Description
“True branching”. Almost all species in wastewater stain gram positive when healthy.
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Shape:
Individual cell not visible
Septa:
Yes- but very rarely seen septa.
Sulfur Granules:
No
Sheath:
No
Branching:
No
Description
Gram positive. Often has Neisser positive granules.
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Shape:
OvalsRods
Septa:
Yes - visible
Sulfur Granules:
No
Sheath:
No
Branching:
No
Description
Usually dispersed. “Chain of cells” appearance.
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