endospore formation

Term ID

GO:0034301

Synonyms

Definition

The process in which a cell gives rise to an endospore, a dormant, highly resistant spore with a thick wall that forms within the mother cell. Endospores are produced by some low G+C Gram-positive bacteria in response to harsh conditions. 0470090278

References

Ontology

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