Life: The Science of Biology 11th Edition

Published by W. H. Freeman
ISBN 10: 1-31901-016-4
ISBN 13: 978-1-31901-016-4

Chapter 11 - The Cell Cycle and Cell Division - 11.1 - All Cells Derive from Other Cells - 11.1 Recap - Learning Outcomes - Page 215: 1

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Bacillus subtilis only divide under conditions with ample resources. They proliferate very quickly when there are enough nutrients around and enter a state of dormancy if there isn't. This ensures that the bacteria do not expend more energy when resources are scarce.

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Bacillus subtilis only divide under conditions with ample resources. They proliferate very quickly when there are enough nutrients around and enter a state of dormancy if there isn't. This ensures that the bacteria do not expend more energy when resources are scarce.
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