Definitions Flashcards
1
Q
Facultative anaerobe
A
use oxygen if it is present, but do not require it
2
Q
Aerolerant anaerobe
A
do not use oxygen, but tolerate its presence
3
Q
Obligate anaerobe
A
cannot use oxygen, harmed by oxygen
4
Q
why does O2 harm some anaerobes
A
They do not have the detoxifiying pathway
1. superoxide dismutase
2. catalase
3. peroxide
