Brock Biology of Microorganisms (15th Edition)
15th Edition
ISBN: 9780134261928
Author: Michael T. Madigan, Kelly S. Bender, Daniel H. Buckley, W. Matthew Sattley, David A. Stahl
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Chapter 23.12, Problem 2MQ
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Microbial association with several mammalian species led to the ability of catabolization of cellulose fiber. It is the structural element of the plant cell wall. Insoluble polysaccharides constitute the fiber content of plant materials and the most abundant polysaccharide is cellulose. This polysaccharide serves as the carbon and energy source for animals.
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Chapter 23 Solutions
Brock Biology of Microorganisms (15th Edition)
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