Microbiology: An Introduction
Microbiology: An Introduction
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ISBN: 9780321929150
Author: Gerard J. Tortora, Berdell R. Funke, Christine L. Case
Publisher: PEARSON
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Porins are cell wall component which helps in transport of molecules. The molecules size with 600 daltons can diffuse through it. Triclosan is antibacterial and antifungal agent. Quats has the characteristic of bactericidal, amoebicidal, fungicidal action.

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