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Alcanivorax pacificus

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Alcanivorax pacificus é uma bactéria marinha gram-negativa isolada das águas do Oceano Pacífico, especializada na degradação de hidrocarbonetos como os alcanos. Os membros do género Alcanivorax são os principais degradadores de hidrocarbonetos em ambientes marinhos, proliferando rapidamente após derrames de petróleo onde desempenham um papel crítico na biorremediação natural. Esta espécie habita o oceano aberto e ambientes costeiros marinhos do Pacífico.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Asia, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Found in Taiwan.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of ?
The scientific name of is Alcanivorax pacificus. It belongs to the genus Alcanivorax.
Where does live?
is found in Found in Taiwan.. Countries include Taiwan.
What family does belong to?
(Alcanivorax pacificus) belongs to the genus Alcanivorax, which is part of the taxonomic family Alcanivoracaceae.
What kingdom does belong to?
(Alcanivorax pacificus) belongs to the kingdom Bacteria (Bacteria).
What are the closest relatives of ?
The closest relatives of in the genus Alcanivorax include , , .

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