| Description | Megamonas hypermegale ART12/1 is a thermophilic, chemoautotrophic microbe that thrives in extreme environments. It belongs to the category of temperature-preference category of "Extremely thermophilic" microbes, meaning it grows optimally between 60°C to 80°C. This microbe's metabolism is fueled by chemoautotrophy, where it obtains energy by oxidizing inorganic compounds, such as sulfur, nitrogen, or iron, and uses carbon dioxide as its sole carbon source. The energy production process is facilitated through the reduction of oxygen and the formation of water. Megamonas hypermegale ART12/1 is a Gram-negative microbe, characterized by its presence of a thin peptidoglycan layer in its cell wall. The shape of this microbe is typically curved or spiral, with a moderate size range of 0.8-1.2 μm in length and 0.2-0.5 μm in width. This microbe is capable of growing in a variety of body sites, including the human gut, skin, and respiratory tract, and has been isolated from all species of humans. The oxygen preference of Megamonas hypermegale ART12/1 is that of an obligate anaerobe, meaning it requires a strictly anaerobic environment to survive and reproduce. In addition to its unique characteristics, Megamonas hypermegale ART12/1 has been found to play a crucial role in the decomposition of organic matter in ecosystems, particularly in environments with high temperatures and low oxygen levels. Further research on this microbe has the potential to unlock new insights into the ecology and biogeochemistry of these extreme environments. |
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