Chemolithoautotroph

A chemolithoautotroph is an organism that that uses inorganic chemical compounds to source its energy and electrons, and use carbon dioxide as a carbon source.[1] They do not require organic compounds or light.

Hydrothermal vent in the Atlantic Ocean. These communities are inhabited by abundant chemolithoautotrophs.

Overview

Depiction of the proton gradient force generated by the electron transport chain.

Metabolism and ecological role

Generation of ATP using the proton gradient force.

References

  1. ↑ Bruslind, Linda. "11: Microbial Nutrition". Microbiology. Open Oregon.
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