| Description | Enterococcus malodoratus is a Gram-positive, spherical-shaped microbe that thrives in mesophilic temperatures, categorizing it as a chemoheterotroph that obtains its energy by breaking down organic compounds, producing energy through fermentation, and can be found in various body sites of humans and animals, including the gastrointestinal tract, urinary tract, and skin, and is a facultative anaerobe, capable of surviving in both oxygen-rich and oxygen-poor environments.
As a Gram-positive microbe, Enterococcus malodoratus has a thick peptidoglycan layer in its cell wall, providing it with a robust defense against environmental stresses. Its spherical shape allows it to maintain a stable structure and withstand various osmotic pressures.
The mesophilic temperature preference of Enterococcus malodoratus enables it to grow optimally at temperatures between 20-45°C, making it well-suited to inhabit the human body.
As a chemoheterotroph, Enterococcus malodoratus relies on organic compounds for its energy source, breaking down these molecules through fermentation to produce ATP.
This microbe can be found in various body sites, including the gastrointestinal tract, where it plays a role in the breakdown and absorption of nutrients.
Enterococcus malodoratus is a facultative anaerobe, allowing it to adapt to different oxygen levels, from the oxygen-rich environment of the skin to the oxygen-poor environment of the gut.
Enterococcus malodoratus has been implicated in the production of volatile organic compounds, which contribute to the development of certain diseases and conditions, and has also been found to have a role in the fermentation of certain foods, such as cheese and sausages, where it contributes to the development of their characteristic flavors and textures. |
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