Table 1 Maximum, minimum, and optimum pH values for microorganisms
From: Chemical indicators for pollution detection in terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems
| Microorganism | Range | Optim. | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bacteria | 5–9 | 7 | Rosso et al. 1995 |
| Actinomyc. | 6.5–9.5 | 8 | |
| Fungi | 2–7 | 5 | |
| Blue-green bacteria | 6–9 | > 7 | |
| Protozoa | 5–8 | > 7 |