Desulfurobacterium indicum strain K6013

Desulfurobacterium indicum strain K6013 is a Gram-negative, thermophilic bacterium characterized by its rod shape and the presence of flagella, which facilitate motility. This strain is an autotrophic lithotroph and chemotroph, indicating its ability to obtain energy through inorganic compounds, specifically in anaerobic conditions. The optimal growth temperature for D. indicum strain K6013 is 45°C, placing it within a temperature range that defines it as thermophilic. This bacterium possesses a single replicon, as indicated by its genomic accession number MOEN00000000.1, which provides a streamlined genetic framework for its metabolic processes. Its anaerobic nature suggests that D. indicum strain K6013 thrives in environments devoid of oxygen, where it can utilize inorganic substances for energy and carbon fixation. In an ecological context, D. indicum strain K6013 contributes to the biogeochemical cycling of sulfur and other minerals in high-temperature environments, such as hydrothermal vents or hot springs. Its ability to live in extreme conditions and utilize inorganic substrates highlights the diversity and adaptability of microbial life, particularly in extreme habitats where other organisms may struggle to survive.