Brevibacillus brevis X23

Gram-positiveBacilliMotileAerobic

Kingdom

Bacillati

Phylum

Bacillota

Class

Bacilli

Order

Caryophanales

Family

Paenibacillaceae

Genus

Brevibacillus

Description

Brevibacillus brevis X23 is a Gram-positive bacterium characterized by its bacilli shape and aerobic oxygen requirement. This organism possesses flagella, which contributes to its mobility. It thrives in mesophilic temperature conditions, indicating that it prefers moderate temperatures for optimal growth. The genetic structure of Brevibacillus brevis X23 is defined by a single replicon, which is typical for many bacterial species and suggests a streamlined genome organization. This bacterium is classified as free-living, indicating that it does not rely on a host for nutrients and can thrive independently in various environments. Understanding the traits of Brevibacillus brevis X23 provides insights into its ecological role. As a free-living bacterium, it may contribute to soil health and nutrient cycling, playing a significant role in the ecosystem by participating in the decomposition of organic matter. Its mobility and ability to thrive in aerobic conditions suggest that it may be involved in interactions with other microorganisms in its habitat, potentially influencing microbial community dynamics. Brevibacillus brevis X23, with its specific traits, underscores the diversity of life forms that contribute to ecological balance and microbial processes in the environment.

Taxonomy

KingdomBacillati
PhylumBacillota
ClassBacilli
OrderCaryophanales
FamilyPaenibacillaceae
GenusBrevibacillus
SpeciesBrevibacillus brevis
StrainX23

Profile

Physiology
Gram staining propertiesPositive
ShapeBacilli
MobilityYes
Flagellar presenceYes
Number of membranesNot Available
Image of Brevibacillus brevis X23
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Ecology, Host, and Life Cycle
Oxygen requirementsAerobic
Optimal temperatureNot Available
Temperature rangeMesophilic
HabitatNot Available
Biotic relationshipFree living
Host(s)Not Available
Cell arrangementNot Available
SporulationNot Available
Energy sourceNot Available
PathogenicityNot Available

Genome Summary

Brevibacillus brevis X23 chromosome, complete genome.

Gene Summary

Adenine Count

1760484 bp

Thymine Count

1769457 bp

Guanine Count

1553555 bp

Cytosine Count

1559941 bp

Genome Length

6643437 bp

Protein-coding Genes

6171 genes

Non-Coding Genes

276 genes

# of Chromosomes/Plasmids

1

Genes

NameLocus TagUniProt IDStrand OrientationGene Start/EndProtein Molecular Weight
copper resistance protein copcA616_RS24330Not AvailableNegative4897450 - 489873647191.2
ger(x)c family spore germination proteinA616_RS24335Not AvailableNegative4898895 - 489999841828.3
gerab/arcd/proy family transporterA616_RS24340Not AvailableNegative4899995 - 490109842140.3
spore germination proteinA616_RS24345Not AvailableNegative4901117 - 490259254931.5
spermidine/putrescine abc transporter substrate-binding proteinA616_RS24350Not AvailableNegative4902743 - 490379839748.0
abc transporter permeaseA616_RS24355Not AvailableNegative4903860 - 490465729657.2
abc transporter permeaseA616_RS24360Not AvailableNegative4904654 - 490545729990.7
abc transporter atp-binding proteinA616_RS24365Not AvailableNegative4905502 - 490648837087.2
dmt family transporterA616_RS24370Not AvailableNegative4906678 - 490762834067.6
plp-dependent aminotransferase family proteinA616_RS24375Not AvailablePositive4907766 - 490911551809.5

Displaying genes 4891 – 4900 of 6447 in total

Pathways

0 pathways

No pathways found

No metabolic pathways have been associated with this bacterium yet.

Metabolites

0 records
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Health Effects

No health effects information available for this bacterium.