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	==Description and significance==		==Description and significance==
	''Pseudomonas putida'' are [[Gram-negative]] rod-shaped [[bacteria]]. They are classified as Group 1 in ''Pseudomona''. Other ''Pseudomonads'' are being re-evaluated to see if they truly fall into this category, while ''P. putida'' is firmly place in this group. ''P. putida'' are [[flourescent]], [[aerobic]], non sporeforming, oxidase positive bacteria. Having one or more polar [[flagella]], they are motile organisms. They can be found in moist environments, such as soil and water, and grow optimally at room temperature. Certain strains have the ability to grow on and break down many dangerous pollutants and aromatic [[hydrocarbons]] such as toluene, [[benzene]], and ethylbenzene. ''P. putida'' can also be used in petroleum plants to purify fuel. This bacterium is also capable of promoting plant growth after root colonization as well as simultaneously providing protection for the plant from pests and other harmful bacteria.

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