ISSN:
1432-072X
Keywords:
Pseudomonas acidovorans
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Cell-wall
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Surface layer
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3-Dimensional reconstruction
;
Image processing
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Biology
Notes:
Abstract The regular surface layer of Pseudomonas acidovorans was investigated by computer processing of a series of tilted view electron micrographs, and a reconstruction of the three-dimensional structure was obtained. The pattern is tetragonal and consists of massive identical subunits, block-like in face-view, which interlock loosely in a simple “cobblestone” pattern. The square unit cell has a lattice constant of 11 nm. The surface layer pattern of P. acidovorans appears to be more dependent on the underlying membrane for maintaining its integrity than those so far studied in other bacteria.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00410946
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