| Description | Pelobacter carbinolicus is a microorganism that thrives in temperatures ranging from mesophilic to thermophilic, falling under the category of temperature preference. This microbe is a chemotroph, deriving its energy from the oxidation of organic compounds, with a preference for using a combination of carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide as its energetic sources. Through this process, it produces ATP as its primary energy currency. Gram-staining negative, Pelobacter carbinolicus exhibits a curved or bent rod-like shape, measuring approximately 0.5-1.0 μm in length. As a chemotroph, Pelobacter carbinolicus is capable of thriving in a wide range of environmental conditions, including various body sites in all possible species, such as soil, freshwater, marine, and human gastrointestinal tracts. Furthermore, it is an obligate anaerobe, meaning that it is unable to survive in the presence of oxygen and will actively repel it. This adaptation is likely a result of its reliance on anaerobic metabolism, which allows it to break down complex organic compounds for energy. Pelobacter carbinolicus is a remarkable microbe that plays a crucial role in the degradation of organic matter in anaerobic environments. Its ability to utilize carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide as energy sources makes it a key player in the decomposition process, breaking down complex organic compounds into simpler molecules. Its unique metabolic properties also make it a valuable tool for biotechnological applications, such as the production of biofuels and the remediation of contaminated environments. |
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