The following article will guide you about how methanogens produce methane. The methanogens are known to possess new coenzymes and pathway which use hydrogen to reduce carbon dioxide or in some cases acetate to produce methane. Decomposition of cellulosic plant residues in swamps, bogs and digestive tracts of animals is brought about in nature by methanogenic bacteria. The main metabolic [...]
In this article we will discuss about the survival of halophiles under halophilic conditions. The halophiles have developed a number of peculiar modifications to adapt themselves to high salty conditions. The halophilic green alga Dunaliella devoid of rigid cell wall builds up high intracellular glycerol concentration to maintain osmotic balance. The obligately halophilic Halobacterium maintain osmotic balance with high intracellular [...]
Everything you need to know about aero-microbiology. Some of the most frequently asked questions are as follows:- Q.1. What is an Aero-Microbiology? Ans: Aero-microbiology is the study of microorganisms living in the air and transported through the air. It is particularly important when aerosols are formed, drying of soils takes place and wind suspension and dust storms pick up microbial [...]