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Anaerobic bacteria are micro-organisms that grow in the absence of oxygen. Many anaerobes cannot survive in the presence of oxygen. Their metabolism usually involves inorganic/organic redox reactions, including anaerobic respiration and fermentation reactions, producing VFAs (Volatile Fatty Acids) and gaseous products, such as methane. Anaerobic bacteria are also involved in the digestion process of grazing animals.
Anaerobic bacteria
Anaerobic bacteria
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This article has been reviewed by the following Topic Editor: Jay Gulledge
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Avanish K Panikkar (Lead Author);Jay Gulledge (Topic Editor) "Anaerobic bacteria". In: Encyclopedia of Earth. Eds. Cutler J. Cleveland (Washington, D.C.: Environmental Information Coalition, National Council for Science and the Environment). [First published in the Encyclopedia of Earth August 29, 2008; Last revised Date August 29, 2008; Retrieved June 20, 2013 <http://www.eoearth.org/article/Anaerobic_bacteria>
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Avanish K. Panikkar, Ph.D., M.Eng.Sc., B.Tech.
Dr. Avanish Panikkar is a specialist in the treatment of solid waste and wastewater and in environmental management. His main expertise are in decentralized/onsite treatment of solid and liquid wastes, N-cycle, biological waste management such as composting, environmental planning and management and risk management, environmental auditing and sustainable technologies, with other interests in development of holistic waste and wat ... (Full Bio)
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