Microbial Extracellular Polymeric Substances: Ecological Function and Impact on Soil Aggregation
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DOI: 10.3389/fmicb.2018.01636
Abstract: A wide range of microorganisms produce extracellular polymeric substances (EPS), highly hydrated polymers that are mainly composed of polysaccharides, proteins, and DNA. EPS are fundamental for microbial life and provide an ideal environment for chemical… read more here.
Keywords: aggregation; microbial extracellular; extracellular polymeric; polymeric substances ... See more keywords