Hydrogenosome
| Organelle Details | |
|---|---|
| Hydrogenosome | |
| File:HydrogenaseOrganelle.png | |
| Base Cost (MP) | 45 |
| Requires Nucleus | No |
| Processes | Clostridial Fermentation |
| Enzymes | None |
| Size (Hexes) | 2 |
| Osmoregulation Cost | 2 |
| Storage | 1.0 |
| Unique | No |
| Upgrades | None |
| Internal Name | hydrogenosome |
A work horse of the cell found in many species. Hydrogenosomes perform Clostridial Fermentation, a form of Anaerobic Respiration. It is the conversion of Glucose 
into ATP 
. It is a membrane-bound equivalent of Hydrogenase, and currently serves as the only anaerobic glucose-burning eukaryotic part.
Requirements
A cell must have a Nucleus to evolve Hydrogenosomes.
If organelle unlocks are enabled in game settings, the organelle can be unlocked without endosymbiosis once the following condition is met for the player cell:
- Contains at least 4 Hydrogenase for at least 5 generations in a row.
- Produces at least +10 ATP .
Processes
Clostridial Fermentation: Glucose → ATP
A method of energy production, without requiring Oxygen 
. It is more efficient at this process than Hydrogenase, but when a reasonable amount of Oxygen is present, it is inferior to a Mitochondrion. Requires a steady influx of Glucose .
Modifications
No modifications.
Effects
No effects.
Upgrades
No upgrades.
Strategy
In environments with plentiful Glucose , Hydrogenosomes provide a steady stream of energy. Be aware though that Glucose concentrations decrease as the game progresses, so we recommend adding additional energy sources if possible.
We also recommend replacing Hydrogenases with Hydrogenosomes after evolving a Nucleus for far greater efficiency.
Scientific Background
Hydrogenosomes are believed to have evolved from mitochondria, adapting to cope with low oxygen levels. Like mitochondria, they can have various shapes, appearing in spheroid or dumbell shapes.