The Physiology and Biochemistry of Prokaryotes

Structure And Function. -- Growth And Cell Division. -- Membrane Bioenergetics: The Proton Potential. -- Electron Transport. -- Photosynthesis. -- The Regulation Of Metabolic Pathways. -- Bioenergetics In The Cytosol. -- Central Metabolic Pathways. -- Metabolism Of Lipids, Nucleotides, Amino Acids, And Hydrocarbons. -- Macromolecular Synthesis. -- Cell Wall And Capsule Biosynthesis. -- Inorganic Metabolism. -- Metabolism. -- Fermentations. -- Homeostasis. -- Solute Transport. -- Protein Transport. -- Microbial Development And Physiological Adaptation: Varied Responses To Environmental Cues And Intercellular Signals. -- How Bacteria Respond To Environmental Stress. David White. Includes Bibliographical References And Index.