Capnophile
Capnophile
Capnophile (/kæpˈnɒfɪl/; from the Greek kapnos, "smoke" + -phile, "lover") is a term used in Microbiology to describe organisms that thrive in high concentrations of carbon dioxide (CO2).
Etymology
The term "Capnophile" is derived from the Greek words kapnos, meaning "smoke", and -phile, meaning "lover". This term is used to describe organisms that prefer environments with high concentrations of carbon dioxide (CO2).
Characteristics
Capnophiles are often found in the human gastrointestinal tract and other areas of the body where CO2 levels are naturally high. They are also commonly found in soil and water environments. Some examples of capnophilic bacteria include Helicobacter pylori and Campylobacter jejuni, both of which are associated with human diseases.
Related Terms
- Microaerophile: Organisms that require low concentrations of oxygen.
- Anaerobe: Organisms that do not require oxygen for growth.
- Aerobe: Organisms that require oxygen for growth.
- Facultative anaerobe: Organisms that can grow with or without oxygen.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Capnophile
- Wikipedia's article - Capnophile
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