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Growth in Microorganisms

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In order to grow, microorganisms need

  • â—‹ water

  • â—‹ suitable food

  • â—‹ a suitable temperature

  • â—‹ a suitable pH (suitable acidity or alkalinity)

  • â—‹ surroundings of a suitable concentration

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© 1995 P. Alderson and M. Rowland

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Alderson, P., Rowland, M. (1995). Growth in Microorganisms. In: Making Use of Biology. Palgrave, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-349-13563-9_3

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