Microbial Extracellular Polymeric Substances Characterization, Structure and Function / edited by Jost Wingender, Thomas R. Neu, Hans-Curt Flemming.
Microbial extracellular polymeric substances (EPS) are the key components for the aggregation of microorganisms in biofilms, flocs and sludge. They are composed of polysaccharides, proteins, nucleic acids, lipids and other biological macromolecules. EPS provide a highly hydrated gel matrix in which...
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