posted on 2024-09-29, 05:28authored byGeorg-August-University Goettingen, Genomic and Applied Microbiology, Goettingen Genomics Laboratory
Microbial formation of acetone, isopropanol, and butanol is predominantly performed by bacteria of the genus Clostridium. This ability has been industrially exploited during the last 100 years. The solvents are important feedstocks for the chemical and biofuel industry.
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