Section 1
Microbial Nutrition
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Chemical Analysis of Microbial Cytoplasm
Microbial cytoplasm is contained within the cytoplasmic membrane and includes the cytosol, macromolecules, and inclusions.
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Sources of Essential Nutrients
The sources of common essential nutrients are carbon, hydrogen, nitrogen, oxygen, phosphorus and sulfur.
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Limitation of Microbial Growth by Nutrient Supply
Nutrients are necessary for microbial growth and play a vital role in culturing microorganisms outside of their natural environment.