Laboratory Experiments in Microbiology (12th Edition) (What's New in Microbiology)
Laboratory Experiments in Microbiology (12th Edition) (What's New in Microbiology)
12th Edition
ISBN: 9780134605203
Author: Ted R. Johnson, Christine L. Case
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 9, Problem 3CT
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The microscopic appearance of encapsulated Streptococcus if stained with safranin and nigrosine.

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When the bacterial cells are in a dormant state, then they form endospores. In dormancy, cells do not undergo metabolism and are said to be in the resting phase. Endospores are formed by bacteria, when they face changed or harsh environment, like, less availability of water, nutrients, and growth temperature.

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