Characterization of Extracellular Polymeric Substances Produced by an <i>Acidianus</i> Species and Their Relevance to Bioleaching
Extracellular polymeric substances (EPS) produced by microorganisms play a crucial role in various bioprocesses, including bioleaching. The microbial leaching of metal sulfides requires an initial cell attachment, which is facilitated by EPS. These substances are mixtures of polysaccharides, protein...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2023-02-01
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Series: | Minerals |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2075-163X/13/3/310 |