Germination and Outgrowth of Single Spores of <i>Saccharomyces cerevisiae</i> Viewed by Scanning Electron and Phase-Contrast Microscopy
Paul Rousseau, Harlyn O. Halvorson, Lee A. Bulla, Grant St. Julian
Journal of Bacteriology
Abstract
Single spores of Saccharomyces cerevisiae were examined during germination and outgrowth by scanning electron and phase-contrast microscopy. Also determined were changes in cell weight and light absorbance, trehalose utilization, and synthesis of protein and KOH-soluble carbohydrates. These studies reveal that development of the vegetative cell from a spore follows a definite sequence of events involving dramatic physical and chemical modifications. These changes are: initial rapid loss in cellular absorbance followed later by an abrupt gain in absorbance; reduction in cell weight and a subsequent progressive increase; modification of the spore surface with concomitant diminution in refractility; elongation of the cell and augmentation of surface irregularities; rapid decline in trehalose content of the cell accompanied by extensive formation of KOH-soluble carbohydrates; and bud formation.
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Saccharomyces cerevisiae spores undergo physical and chemical modifications
“These studies reveal that development of the vegetative cell from a spore follows a definite sequence of events involving dramatic physical and chemical modifications.”