Anaerobic Sludge Granules

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Anaerobic Sludge Granules
diameter 0.5 to 2 mm
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Cross-Section Granules
mottled
layered structure
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Outside Edge of Granule
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Close look at Methanosaeta filaments on outer
edge of granule
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A Methanosaete Granule
Cultivated in a UASB with Acetate
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A Mixed Culture Granule
Cultivated in a UASB with Sucrose
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Acknowledgements
Thanks to
Graciela Gonzales-Gil
Arne Alphenaar
for photos
used in slide show