The Effects of pH On The Growth Of Bacillus Mycoides and Bacillus Subtilis Using Chemical Components In Fertilisers and Acid Rain On Soil
An Agricultural Perspective Within Microbiology
Keywords:
Bacillus mycoides, Bacillus subtilis, soil microbiota, Soil acidification, Acid rain, pH tolerance, Bacterial growth kinetics, Toxicity threshold, Biofertiliser development, Dose-responseAbstract
This study examines how environmental stressors affect the growth of Bacillus mycoides and Bacillus subtilis, which are both plant growth-promoting soil bacteria. By simulating acid rain components, extreme heat, and varying soil moisture, growth rates were monitored using OD600. Results show that both species exhibit adaptive defence mechanisms under unfamiliar pH conditions, highlighting their resilience and potential role in maintaining soil health and supporting sustainable agriculture.
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