Microbial Nutrition
All of life involves chemistry. Chemicals are used for all processes and all activities. Reproduction is a chemical process.
The chemical processes of life are known as metabolism. Metabolism:
• Supplies Energy
• Chemicals for Cell Structures
• Energy and Materials for Reproduction
• Motion
Metabolism that requires energy is called anabolism. Metabolism that releases energy is called catabolism.
Chemicals that are required for life are called nutrients.