What is the taxonomy of spirochetes?
Spirochetes are a diverse group of spiral-shaped bacteria that belong to the phylum Spirochaetes. They are classified into multiple families, including the Spirochaetaceae, Leptospiraceae, and Brachyspiraceae. Within these families, there are various genera such as Borrelia, Treponema, and Leptospira. Spirochetes are characterized by their unique corkscrew morphology and are known for causing diseases such as Lyme disease, syphilis, and leptospirosis.
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