| Description | Coprococcus comes is a Gram-positive, cocci-shaped microbe that thrives in mesophilic temperatures, categorized as a Chemoheterotroph, and can be found in various body sites including the gastrointestinal tract, urinary tract, and skin in all possible species. As an Obligate Anaerobe, Coprococcus comes requires a strict absence of oxygen to survive and grow. The Gram-positive characteristic indicates that the microbe has a thick peptidoglycan layer in its cell wall, which retains the crystal violet stain during the Gram staining procedure, appearing purple under a microscope. The cocci shape of Coprococcus comes allows it to aggregate and form clusters, which is a common feature among many anaerobic microbes. As a Chemoheterotroph, Coprococcus comes relies on organic compounds for energy and carbon, breaking down complex molecules into simpler ones to sustain its metabolic processes. The mesophilic temperature preference of Coprococcus comes means it grows best in temperatures ranging from 20-45°C, which is typical for many human-associated microbes. The ability of Coprococcus comes to inhabit various body sites is likely due to its adaptability and ability to form symbiotic relationships with its hosts. Coprococcus comes plays a crucial role in the human gut microbiome, contributing to the breakdown and fermentation of complex carbohydrates, and its presence has been linked to various health outcomes, including the production of short-chain fatty acids, which can have anti-inflammatory effects, and it has been found to be more abundant in individuals with certain dietary habits, such as a high-fiber diet. |
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