Further studies on “magnetosensitive bacteria”

@article{Bellini2009FurtherSO,
  title={Further studies on “magnetosensitive bacteria”},
  author={Salvatore Bellini},
  journal={Chinese Journal of Oceanology and Limnology},
  year={2009},
  volume={27},
  pages={6-12}
}
  • S. Bellini
  • Published 27 March 2009
  • Physics
  • Chinese Journal of Oceanology and Limnology
Various experimental techniques for study of magnetosensitive bacteria are described and the experimental results are presented and discussed. 
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On a unique behavior of freshwater bacteria
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Magnetic sensitivity has been found in bacteria from freshwater sites around Pavia, Italy, and it is believed that these bacteria have a role in the evolution of magnetism in the environment.