| Description | Emticicia oligotrophica is a gram-negative, rod-shaped microbe that thrives in mesophilic temperatures, classified as a chemoheterotroph, and can be found in various body sites of species, including the skin, respiratory, gastrointestinal, and genitourinary tracts of humans, animals, and plants. As an obligate aerobe, Emticia oligotrophica requires oxygen to survive and grow. The gram-negative characteristic indicates that the microbe's cell wall contains a thin peptidoglycan layer, which is typically associated with a higher resistance to environmental stresses. The rod-shaped morphology allows for efficient movement and colonization of surfaces. As a mesophile, Emticia oligotrophica grows best in temperatures between 20-45°C, making it well-suited for a wide range of environments. As a chemoheterotroph, Emticia oligotrophica relies on external organic compounds for energy and carbon, breaking down complex molecules into simpler ones to sustain its metabolic processes. This ability to utilize a variety of organic substrates enables the microbe to thrive in diverse environments, from soil and water to the human gut. The microbe's presence in various body sites across different species highlights its adaptability and ability to form symbiotic relationships with its hosts. Emticia oligotrophica's requirement for oxygen also influences its distribution, as it tends to colonize areas with high oxygen availability. The microbe's ability to produce unique enzymes allows it to degrade pollutants, making it a potential candidate for bioremediation applications, and its genomes have been found to contain genes involved in the production of antimicrobial compounds. |
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