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Sulfolobus [səl′fäl·ə·bəs] (microbiology) A genus of bacteria that is gram-negative, coccoid, chemolithotrophic, and thermoacidophilic. It is found worldwide in sulfur-rich hot springs and oxidizes sulfur for energy production. Its cells are highly irregular in shape, often lobed, but occasionally spherical. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| The outer wall of the bacterium Sulfolobus acidocaldarius acts as a sieve. The protein molecules that make up the outer wall of the bacterium Sulfolobus acidocaldarius assemble themselves into a two-dimensional layer with an array of holes that allow materials to pass in and out. |
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