Domain Archaea
Thermosphaera

Thermosphaera aggregans

Thermosphaera cells are spherical (cocci) and form grape-like aggregates during the growth phase.

Aggregate cells appear to have several flagella; single cells could have as many as eight.


Thermosphaera obtain energy from yeast. They are intolerant of sulfur and hydrogen. They can live in temperatures up to 200 ºF.

 

(close window)