| Description | Coprococcus catus GD/7 is a microbe that thrives in temperatures ranging from 25°C to 37°C, categorized as mesophilic. As a chemoheterotroph, it obtains its energy by breaking down organic compounds in its environment. This microbe produces energy through anaerobic respiration, utilizing fermentation pathways to convert glucose into lactate. The Gram stain of Coprococcus catus GD/7 reveals that it possesses a gram-positive cell wall. In terms of shape, this microbe is a rod-shaped bacterium, often described as being straight or slightly curved. Coprococcus catus GD/7 is primarily found in the digestive tracts of animals, particularly in the large intestine of cats, hence its species name 'catus' meaning cat. However, it has also been detected in other animal species, including humans, and is considered a part of the normal gut microbiota. This microbe is an obligate anaerobe, meaning it requires an anaerobic environment to survive and thrive. It cannot tolerate the presence of oxygen and would be inhibited or even killed in an oxygen-rich environment. One of the unique features of Coprococcus catus GD/7 is its ability to produce a range of volatile fatty acids (VFAs) as byproducts of its metabolic processes. These VFAs play a crucial role in the gut ecosystem, influencing the physiology and behavior of other microorganisms present. In terms of scientific significance, Coprococcus catus GD/7 has been used as a model organism in various research studies, including investigations into the human gut microbiome and its relationship to health and disease. |
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