The Isolation and Characterization of a Hitherto Undescribed Gram-Negative Bacterium
Description:
A unique undosciribed gramnegative rod is extensively characterized in this study. The cells of this unusual water isolate measure 1.2 X 6.5 microns, The most distinguishing characteristic of the bacterium is a polar tuft of 35-40 flagella that aggregate to function as a single organelle which is visible under phase contrast. Aging cells deposit poly- -hydroxybutyric acid granules which are bound by an inclusion membrane made up of four distinct layers. It also possesses an unusual exterior mem…
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Date:
August 1972
Creator:
Lassiter, Carroll Benson
Partner:
UNT Libraries