| Description | Aminobacterium colombiense is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped microbe that thrives in mesophilic temperatures, classified as a chemoheterotroph, which produces energy by breaking down organic compounds, and can be found in various body sites of humans, animals, and the environment, including skin, gut, and soil, as an obligate anaerobe. The Gram-negative characteristic indicates that the microbe's cell wall is composed of a thin peptidoglycan layer, making it more resistant to certain antibiotics. Its rod-shaped morphology allows for efficient movement and colonization in its preferred environments. As a mesophilic microbe, Aminobacterium colombiense grows best in moderate temperatures, typically between 20-40°C.As a chemoheterotroph, Aminobacterium colombiense relies on the breakdown of organic compounds to produce energy, utilizing enzymes to catalyze these reactions. This metabolic process allows the microbe to thrive in environments where organic matter is abundant. The microbe's presence in various body sites, including human and animal gut, skin, and environmental locations like soil, highlights its adaptability and ability to colonize diverse ecosystems.The obligate anaerobic nature of Aminobacterium colombiense means that it requires the absence of oxygen to survive, making it well-suited to environments like the human gut or deep soil layers. Aminobacterium colombiense plays a crucial role in the degradation of amino acids, contributing to the recycling of nitrogen in ecosystems. Its unique metabolic capabilities have led to research into its potential applications in biotechnology, particularly in the development of novel biocatalysts for industrial processes. |
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