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 )
Read DetailsResearchers exploring a deep-sea hydrothermal vent system in…
Researchers exploring a deep-sea hydrothermal vent system in the Mariana Trench have discovered a novel microorganism, Acidobarophilum psychrophilum. This microbe thrives in an environment characterized by extreme conditions: low temperatures (2°C), high hydrostatic pressure (over 100 MPa), and strong acidity (pH 2). Unlike photosynthetic organisms, A. psychrophilum relies on chemosynthesis, deriving energy from the oxidation of sulfur compounds found in hydrothermal vent fluids. It has specialized adaptations, including highly flexible membrane structures, acid-resistant enzymes, and unique mechanisms for pressure tolerance.Which ecological and physiological terms describe this organism? (Select all that apply )
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