A newly discovered microorganism, Thermohalophotobacterium a…
A newly discovered microorganism, Thermohalophotobacterium alkaliphilum, thrives in an extreme environment characterized by high temperatures (80°C), high salinity (20% NaCl), and strong alkalinity (pH 10). This microbe harnesses solar energy through a specialized photosynthetic system that relies on bacteriochlorophyll and a unique light-harvesting protein adapted to extreme conditions. Researchers have found that it also possesses specialized membrane adaptations to maintain stability and a highly efficient ATP synthesis mechanism that allows it to survive and reproduce in this environment.Which metabolic classifications apply to Thermohalophotobacterium alkaliphilum based on its energy and carbon sources? (Select all that apply )
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