Thermal Lysis of Bacterial Membranes and Its Prevention by Polyamines

P. H. RAY; T. D. BROCK

doi:10.1099/00221287-66-2-133

Thermal Lysis of Bacterial Membranes and Its Prevention by Polyamines

P. H. RAY and T. D. BROCK
First Published: 01 May 1971 https://doi.org/10.1099/00221287-66-2-133

Abstract

SUMMARY: Protoplasts of Sarcina lutea and Streptococcus faecalis underwent thermal lysis when heated to 60° and above. [14C]Glycine was released from the internal pool of Strep, faecalis at 50°. Spermine, spermidine, cadaverine and Mg2+ partially protected protoplasts against thermal lysis.

Accepted: 11/03/1971
Published Online: 01/05/1971

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Volume 66, Issue 2

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Thermal Lysis of Bacterial Membranes and Its Prevention by Polyamines

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