| Description | Alicycliphilus denitrificans is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped microbe that thrives in mesophilic temperatures, classified as a Chemoheterotroph, and can be found in various body sites across different species, including skin, gut, and respiratory tract. As a Facultative Anaerobe, it can adapt to environments with or without oxygen, allowing it to survive in diverse ecological niches. The Gram-negative characteristic of Alicycliphilus denitrificans indicates that its cell wall contains a thinner peptidoglycan layer and an outer lipid bilayer, which provides it with increased resistance to certain antibiotics. Its rod-shaped morphology enables it to maintain a large surface area, facilitating the exchange of nutrients and waste products. The mesophilic temperature preference of this microbe suggests that it grows optimally at moderate temperatures, typically between 20-45°C, making it well-suited to inhabit various environments. As a Chemoheterotroph, Alicycliphilus denitrificans relies on organic compounds for energy and carbon, which it obtains by decomposing complex molecules. Its ability to thrive in different body sites, including those of humans and animals, highlights its adaptability and potential to interact with various hosts. The Facultative Anaerobe nature of this microbe allows it to switch between aerobic and anaerobic metabolism, depending on the availability of oxygen. Alicycliphilus denitrificans plays a significant role in the nitrogen cycle, as it can reduce nitrate to nitrite, and eventually to nitrogen gas, contributing to the degradation of organic matter and the release of nutrients back into the environment. Its presence has been detected in various ecosystems, including soil, water, and sediment, where it participates in the breakdown of complex organic compounds, influencing the overall balance of these ecosystems. |
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