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	{{Short description\|A phylum ~~of bacteria found in various environments~~}}		{{Short description\|An overview of the phylum Acidobacteriota}}
	{{Taxobox		{{Taxobox
	\| name = Acidobacteriota		\| name = Acidobacteriota
	\| domain = [[Bacteria]]		\| image = Acidobacterium.jpg
	\| phylum = ~~'''~~Acidobacteriota~~'''~~		\| image_caption = ''Acidobacterium''
			\| domain = Bacteria
			\| phylum = Acidobacteriota
	}}		}}

	'''Acidobacteriota''' is a phylum of [[bacteria]] that is widely distributed in ~~various environments~~, ~~including~~ soil~~, aquatic habitats, and extreme environments~~. Members of this phylum are known for their ability to thrive in acidic conditions, although they can also be found in neutral and alkaline environments.		'''Acidobacteriota''' is a phylum of [[bacteria]] that is widely distributed in the environment, particularly in soil ecosystems. Members of this phylum are known for their ability to thrive in acidic conditions, although they can also be found in neutral and alkaline environments.

	==Characteristics==		==Characteristics==
	Acidobacteriota are [[Gram-negative bacteria]] that exhibit a wide range of metabolic capabilities. They are known for their ability to degrade complex organic compounds, which makes them important players in the [[carbon cycle]]. ~~Many species within this phylum~~ are ~~capable~~ of ~~[[aerobic respiration]], although some can also perform [[anaerobic respiration]]~~.		Acidobacteriota are [[Gram-negative bacteria]] that exhibit a wide range of metabolic capabilities. They are known for their ability to degrade complex organic compounds, which makes them important players in the [[carbon cycle]]. These bacteria are often difficult to culture in laboratory settings, which has historically limited our understanding of their diversity and ecological roles.

	==Ecology==		==Ecology==
	Acidobacteriota are ubiquitous in soil environments~~, where they can constitute a significant portion~~ of the microbial ~~community~~. They ~~are also found~~ in ~~aquatic environments, including freshwater~~ and ~~marine ecosystems~~. Their ~~presence in extreme environments, such as acidic hot springs~~ and ~~metal-contaminated sites, highlights their adaptability~~ and ~~ecological importance~~.		Acidobacteriota are ubiquitous in soil environments and are often one of the most abundant bacterial groups in soil microbial communities. They play a crucial role in soil health and nutrient cycling. Their ability to degrade complex polysaccharides and other organic materials contributes to the breakdown of organic matter and the release of nutrients that are essential for plant growth.

	==Taxonomy==		==Taxonomy==
	The phylum Acidobacteriota is divided into several classes, orders, and families. The taxonomy of this group is still under active research, with new species and genera being described ~~regularly. Some of the well-known genera within this phylum include ''[[Acidobacterium]]'', ''[[Granulicella]]'', and ''[[Terriglobus]]''~~.		The phylum Acidobacteriota is divided into several classes, orders, and families. The taxonomy of this group is still under active research, with new species and genera being described as more advanced molecular techniques are applied to study their diversity.

	==~~Importance~~==		==Significance==
	Acidobacteriota ~~play a crucial role~~ in ~~the decomposition of organic matter~~ and ~~nutrient cycling~~ in ~~ecosystems~~. Their ability to degrade ~~complex polymers such as cellulose and lignin~~ makes them ~~important~~ for ~~soil health and fertility. Additionally, their presence in various environments suggests they may have potential~~ applications ~~in [[bioremediation]] and [[biotechnology]]~~.		The ecological significance of Acidobacteriota lies in their contribution to soil fertility and their potential use in bioremediation. Their ability to survive in a wide range of pH conditions and to degrade recalcitrant organic compounds makes them valuable for environmental applications.

	==Research==		==Research==
	~~Research on Acidobacteriota is ongoing, with studies focusing on their ecological roles, metabolic capabilities, and potential applications. Advances~~ in [[metagenomics]] and [[~~cultivation techniques~~]] have ~~facilitated~~ the ~~discovery~~ of ~~new species and~~ the ~~understanding of~~ their ~~functional~~ roles in ~~ecosystems~~.		Recent advances in [[metagenomics]] and [[metatranscriptomics]] have provided new insights into the diversity and function of Acidobacteriota. These techniques allow researchers to study these bacteria in their natural environments without the need for cultivation, revealing their roles in various biogeochemical processes.

	==Related pages==		==Related pages==
	* [[Bacteria]]		* [[Bacteria]]
	* [[~~Gram-negative bacteria~~]]		* [[Soil microbiology]]
	* [[Carbon cycle]]		* [[Carbon cycle]]
	* [[Bioremediation]]		* [[Bioremediation]]

	~~==Gallery==~~		[[Category:Acidobacteria]]
	~~<gallery>~~
	~~File:Acidobacterium.jpg\|''Acidobacterium''~~
	~~</gallery>~~

	~~[[Category:Bacteria]]~~
	[[Category:~~Acidobacteriota~~]]

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{{Short description|A phylum of bacteria found in various environments}}
{{Taxobox
| name = Acidobacteriota
| domain = [[Bacteria]]
| phylum = '''Acidobacteriota'''
}}

'''Acidobacteriota''' is a phylum of [[bacteria]] that is widely distributed in various environments, including soil, aquatic habitats, and extreme environments. Members of this phylum are known for their ability to thrive in acidic conditions, although they can also be found in neutral and alkaline environments.

==Characteristics==
Acidobacteriota are [[Gram-negative bacteria]] that exhibit a wide range of metabolic capabilities. They are known for their ability to degrade complex organic compounds, which makes them important players in the [[carbon cycle]]. Many species within this phylum are capable of [[aerobic respiration]], although some can also perform [[anaerobic respiration]].

==Ecology==
Acidobacteriota are ubiquitous in soil environments, where they can constitute a significant portion of the microbial community. They are also found in aquatic environments, including freshwater and marine ecosystems. Their presence in extreme environments, such as acidic hot springs and metal-contaminated sites, highlights their adaptability and ecological importance.

==Taxonomy==
The phylum Acidobacteriota is divided into several classes, orders, and families. The taxonomy of this group is still under active research, with new species and genera being described regularly. Some of the well-known genera within this phylum include ''[[Acidobacterium]]'', ''[[Granulicella]]'', and ''[[Terriglobus]]''.

==Importance==
Acidobacteriota play a crucial role in the decomposition of organic matter and nutrient cycling in ecosystems. Their ability to degrade complex polymers such as cellulose and lignin makes them important for soil health and fertility. Additionally, their presence in various environments suggests they may have potential applications in [[bioremediation]] and [[biotechnology]].

==Research==
Research on Acidobacteriota is ongoing, with studies focusing on their ecological roles, metabolic capabilities, and potential applications. Advances in [[metagenomics]] and [[cultivation techniques]] have facilitated the discovery of new species and the understanding of their functional roles in ecosystems.

==Related pages==
* [[Bacteria]]
* [[Gram-negative bacteria]]
* [[Carbon cycle]]
* [[Bioremediation]]

==Gallery==
<gallery>
File:Acidobacterium.jpg|''Acidobacterium''
</gallery>

[[Category:Bacteria]]
[[Category:Acidobacteriota]]

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