The Fourth Edition of Microbial Physiology retains the logical, easy-to-follow organization of the previous editions. An introduction to cell structure and synthesis of cell components is provided, followed by detailed discussions of genetics, metabolism, growth, and regulation for anyone wishing to understand the mechanisms underlying cell survival and growth. This comprehensive reference approaches the subject from a modern molecular genetic perspective, incorporating new insights gained from various genome projects.Content:
Chapter 1 Introduction to Microbial Physiology (pages 1–26):
Chapter 2 Macromolecular Synthesis and Processing: DNA, RNA, and Protein Synthesis (pages 27–100):
Chapter 3 Bacterial Genetics: DNA Exchange, Recombination, Mutagenesis, and Repair (pages 101–170):
Chapter 4 Microbial Physiology in the Genomic Era: A Revolutionary Tale (pages 171–193):
Chapter 5 Regulation of Prokaryotic Gene Expression (pages 194–238):
Chapter 6 Bacteriophage Genetics (pages 239–276):
Chapter 7 Cell Structure and Function (pages 277–349):
Chapter 8 Central Pathways of Carbohydrate Metabolism (pages 350–367):
Chapter 9 Energy Production and Metabolite Transport (pages 368–393):
Chapter 10 Metabolism of Substrates Other Than Glucose (pages 394–411):
Chapter 11 Fermentation Pathways (pages 412–433):
Chapter 12 Photosynthesis and Inorganic Metabolism (pages 434–449):
Chapter 13 Lipids and Sterols (pages 450–474):
Chapter 14 Nitrogen Metabolism (pages 475–502):
Chapter 15 Biosynthesis and Metabolism of Amino Acids (pages 503–544):
Chapter 16 Purines and Pyrimidines (pages 545–560):
Chapter 17 Bacterial Cell Division (pages 561–581):
Chapter 18 Microbial Stress Responses (pages 582–611):
Chapter 19 Bacterial Differentiation (pages 612–647):
Chapter 20 Host–Parasite Interactions (pages 648–675):