What are Thaumarchaeota?
Thaumarchaeota are a phylum of single-celled microorganisms within the domain Archaea. They are known for their ability to oxidize ammonia and play a crucial role in the global nitrogen cycle.Metabolic Capabilities
Thaumarchaeota are chemolithoautotrophs, which means they can use inorganic compounds as energy sources and fix carbon dioxide to synthesize organic compounds. They are particularly adept at oxidizing ammonia (NH3) as an energy source, a process known as ammonia oxidation.Ecological Importance
Thaumarchaeota are abundant in various environments, including soil, oceans, and freshwater ecosystems. Their role in nitrification, the biological oxidation of ammonia to nitrite and nitrate, makes them crucial players in the global nitrogen cycle. This process has implications for nutrient availability in ecosystems and the regulation of greenhouse gas emissions.Study Guide
- What is the domain to which Thaumarchaeota belong?
- What is the metabolic capability of Thaumarchaeota?
- What is the ecological significance of Thaumarchaeota?
- Thaumarchaeota play a crucial role in the global nitrogen cycle through their involvement in nitrification.
- Where are Thaumarchaeota commonly found?
- Thaumarchaeota are abundant in various environments, including soil, oceans, and freshwater ecosystems.
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Matter and Its Interactions
Use mathematics and computational thinking to express the concentrations of solutions quantitatively using molarity.
Develop and use models to explain how solutes are dissolved in solvents.