Brock Biology of Microorganisms (15th Edition)
15th Edition
ISBN: 9780134261928
Author: Michael T. Madigan, Kelly S. Bender, Daniel H. Buckley, W. Matthew Sattley, David A. Stahl
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Chapter 25.5, Problem 1CR
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Virulence of the pathogen is governed by certain types of enzymes. The enzymes produced from the concerned microorganism exhibit antagonistic nature. These enzymes help in the process of coagulation (blood clotting) and at the same time, these enzymes make different ways for the protection of microorganisms by promoting invasion and growth in different cells and tissues during the process of coagulation.
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Brock Biology of Microorganisms (15th Edition)
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