Characterization of Extracellular Polymeric Substances Produced by an <i>Acidianus</i> Species and Their Relevance to Bioleaching

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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Main Authors: Camila Castro, Edgardo R. Donati, Mario Vera
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-02-01
Series:Minerals
Subjects:
archaea
extracellular polymeric substances
cell surface
thermophiles
bioleaching
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2075-163X/13/3/310

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