| Description | Thermodesulfatator indicus is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped microbe that thrives in thermophilic environments, categorized as a chemoheterotroph, and can be found in various body sites of species, including skin, gut, and oral cavities of animals and humans. As an obligate anaerobe, it requires the absence of oxygen to survive and grow.The Gram-negative characteristic of Thermodesulfatator indicus indicates that it has a thinner peptidoglycan layer in its cell wall, which is typically associated with a higher resistance to environmental stresses. Its rod-shaped morphology allows for efficient movement and nutrient uptake in its environment. As a thermophile, Thermodesulfatator indicus has adapted to survive in high-temperature environments, often found in deep-sea vents, hot springs, or decaying organic matter. As a chemoheterotroph, Thermodesulfatator indicus relies on chemical reactions to obtain energy and cannot produce its own food, instead consuming organic compounds from its surroundings. This versatile microbe can inhabit various body sites, including those with limited oxygen availability, such as the gut and oral cavities. The obligate anaerobic nature of Thermodesulfatator indicus means that it has evolved to thrive in environments devoid of oxygen, using alternative metabolic pathways to generate energy. Thermodesulfatator indicus has been found to play a crucial role in the sulfur cycle, reducing sulfur compounds to produce hydrogen sulfide, contributing to the unique chemistry of its environments. Its presence has also been linked to the degradation of organic matter in deep-sea sediments, highlighting its importance in marine ecosystems. |
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