Biology: Concepts and Investigations
Biology: Concepts and Investigations
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ISBN: 9781260259049
Author: Hoefnagels
Publisher: MCG
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Chapter 3.7, Problem 2MC
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The reasons why magnetosomes help bacteria save energy.

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Magnetosomes are lipid vesicles which contain iron required for the metabolic process in the cells. It helps in the movement and alignment of bacteria in the magnetic field in the presence of the supply of nutrients and oxygen.

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