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The Bacterial Spore

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The Bacterial Spore is a comprehensive scientific work that explores the biology, chemistry, and resistance mechanisms of bacterial spores, particularly those produced by genera such as Bacillus and Clostridium. The book examines the formation (sporulation), structure, germination, and outgrowth of spores, emphasizing their remarkable resistance to heat, radiation, desiccation, and chemical agents.
It also discusses the implications of spore resistance in fields such as food preservation, public health, and industrial sterilization. By combining experimental findings and theoretical insights available up to the late 1960s, the authors provide a foundational reference for microbiologists and researchers interested in microbial survival mechanisms and control strategies.

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Series Title

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Call Number

589.9046 G696

Publisher

London & New York (typical for : Academic Press (commonly associated with this 1969 publication)., 1969

Collation

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Language

English

ISBN/ISSN

Not available

Classification

589.9046

Content Type

text

Media Type

unmediated

Carrier Type

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Edition

1st

Subject(s)

Microbiology Bacteriology Spore-forming bacteria M

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