A Method for the Isolation of Mutants Derepressed for Nif Free

Abstract

A method for isolating nitrogenase-derepressed mutants of is described, based on colour formation by colonies growing on pH or redox indicator media. Acetylene reduction activities are given for four ultraviolet-induced mutants and one naturally occurring strain growing with and without ammonium.

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2024-03-29
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