Anaerobic bacteria
From The Encyclopedia of Earth
August 29, 2008, 2:13 pm
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.
