Acetobacterarter
Acetobacterarter is a genus of bacteria belonging to the family Acetobacteraceae. These bacteria are known for their ability to oxidize ethanol into acetic acid, a process commonly referred to as acetic acid fermentation. This characteristic makes them significant in the production of vinegar. Acetobacterarter species are Gram-negative, rod-shaped, and are often found in environments rich in sugar and ethanol, such as fermenting fruits, alcoholic beverages, and spoiled foods. They are typically aerobic, requiring oxygen to grow and carry out their metabolic processes.
The genus Acetobacterarter encompasses several species, each with varying degrees of efficiency in acetic acid production