Abstract
A strain ofArthrobacter simplex was selected as source of single cell protein for its good growth on hydrocarbons and its high protein content. The strain was able to grow on purely synthetic medium with hydrocarbons as sole carbon source. Hexadecane and ammonium sulphate were found as the most suitable C and N sources, respectively. Among the organic supplements yeast extract (0.01 %) showed the best effect. The optimum pH was 7.2–7.6 and the optimum temperature for growth was 32 °C. Penicillin, sodium dodecyl sulphate, EDTA and Tween 80 had either a very little stimulatory effect, no effect or an inhibitory effect.
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