Here are all the possible meanings and translations of the word heterocyst. Webster Dictionary(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate this definition: Heterocyst(noun) a cell larger than the others, and of different appearance, occurring in certain algae related to nostoc.
White distilled vinegar is a popular household cleanser, effective for killing most mold, bacteria, and germs, due to its level of acidity. Cleaning with white distilled vinegar is a smart way to avoid using harsh chemicals. Youâll also be glad to know that it is environmentally friendly and very economical. Baking soda and vinegar kills all food germs and bacteria including E-coli and salmonella, naturally and safely. I've seen a lot of references on the Internet stating that vinegar mixed with baking soda is an effective way to disinfect mold, bacteria, etc.
Mother of Vinegar is a slimy, harmless substance consisting mostly of acetic acid bacteria (Mycoderma aceti) and cellulose. You can purchase vinegar (e.g., unfiltered cider vinegar) that contains it if you want to make homemade vinegar very quickly. Otherwise, it's easy to make vinegar more slowly without the culture. Any vinegar you make will contain Mother of Vinegar and can be used to produce subsequent batches of vinegar more quickly. Slow Method Homemade Vinegar Recipe If you're starting from scratch and not using a culture to speed the fermentation of alcohol into vinegar, your best bet is to start with an ingredient that contains a low level of alcohol (no more than 5-10%) and no added sugar.