| Description | Calditerrivibrio nitroreducens is a gram-negative, rod-shaped microbe that thrives in thermophilic environments, classified as a chemoheterotroph, and can be found in various body sites across different species, including the gastrointestinal tracts of animals and humans, as well as in environmental sources such as soil and water, and is an obligate anaerobe. The gram-negative characteristic indicates that the microbe's cell wall is composed of a thinner peptidoglycan layer, which is typically associated with a greater resistance to environmental stresses. The rod-shaped morphology allows for efficient movement and nutrient uptake, which is essential for its survival in diverse environments. As a thermophile, Calditerrivibrio nitroreducens prefers high temperatures, often above 50°C, which enables it to thrive in environments with limited competition from other microorganisms.As a chemoheterotroph, Calditerrivibrio nitroreducens relies on organic compounds for energy and carbon sources, which it obtains from its surroundings. This characteristic is reflected in its ability to reduce nitrate and other oxidized compounds, allowing it to survive in environments with limited oxygen availability. The microbe's presence in various body sites and environmental sources highlights its adaptability and ability to colonize different niches. As an obligate anaerobe, Calditerrivibrio nitroreducens is unable to survive in the presence of oxygen, which is a critical factor in its distribution and abundance in different ecosystems.
Calditerrivibrio nitroreducens has the ability to reduce nitrate to nitrite and further to ammonia, and can also reduce other oxidized compounds, allowing it to play a significant role in the nitrogen cycle and potentially in the remediation of contaminated environments. |
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