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Thermophiles: Meaning, Molecular Adaptations and Applications

In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Meaning of Thermophiles 2. Environments Suitable for Growth of Thermophiles 3. Molecular Adaptations 4. Biotechnological Applications. Meaning of Thermophiles: The thermophiles are the microorganisms that grow at high temperature of 55°C or more (min. 45°C, optimum between 55-65°C, maximum 80°C). Some micro-organisms grow even at more high temperature, the optimum between 80°C [...]

By |2016-09-16T06:10:32+00:00September 16, 2016|Microbial Growth|Comments Off on Thermophiles: Meaning, Molecular Adaptations and Applications
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How to Control Microbial Growth: Top 9 Methods

The following points highlight the top nine methods used for controlling Microbial Growth. The Methods are: 1. Sterilization by Heat 2. Sterilization by Dry Heat 3. Sterilization by Moist Heat 4. Steam Under Pressure: Autoclave 5. Tyndallization (Fractional Sterilization) 6. Pasteurization 7. Sterilization by Filtration 8. Radiation 9. Sterilization by Chemicals.  Control of Microbial Growth: Method # 1. Sterilization by [...]

By |2016-02-02T08:22:58+00:00February 2, 2016|Microbial Growth|Comments Off on How to Control Microbial Growth: Top 9 Methods
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