Today we are going to delve into the fascinating world of Coprothermobacterota, a topic that has captured the attention of experts and enthusiasts alike. From its origins to its impact today, Coprothermobacterota has been the subject of countless research and debates. With a history dating back centuries, Coprothermobacterota has evolved and adapted to the changing needs of society. In this article, we will explore the many facets of Coprothermobacterota, from its most historical aspects to its implications in the modern world. Together with experts in the field, we will examine its main characteristics, challenges and opportunities, providing a deep and complete vision of Coprothermobacterota and its relevance in the current context.
Coprothermobacterota is a phylum of nonmotile, rod-shaped bacteria.
Its members are strictly anaerobic and thermophilic, growing at optimal temperatures between 55 °C and 70 °C.
The name of this phylum is based on an early genus, dubbed "Coprothermobacter", a term whose etymology derives from the Greek words "kopros", meaning manure, and "thermos", warm, referring to the fact that these bacteria are capable of living at relatively high temperatures, with a maximum growth temperature of 75 °C.
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In October 2021, the name of this phylum has been accepted as validly published, according to the emendations of the rules of the International Code of Nomenclature of Prokaryotes proposed to include the rank of phylum.
^Ollivier, Bernard; Garcia, Jean-Louis (2015-09-14), "Coprothermobacter", Bergey's Manual of Systematics of Archaea and Bacteria, John Wiley & Sons, Ltd, pp. 1–6, doi:10.1002/9781118960608.gbm00752, ISBN9781118960608