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3-Bacterial Physiology and Genetics 8
3-Bacterial Physiology and Genetics 8
2 types
1. Macronutrients – needed in large quantities for cellular metabolism &
basic cell structure
C, H, O, N
2. Micronutrients – needed in small quantities; more specialized (enzyme &
pigment structure & function)
Mn, Zn
– Fastidious Bacteria: microbes that require other complex -
nutrients/growth factors ( i.e., Vitamins or AAs)