Which of the following factors is NOT involved in initiation of spore formation in Firmicutes?
A) carbon starvation
B) light limitation
C) phosphate starvation
D) nitrogen starvation
E) low pH

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Light limitation is not involved in the initiation of spore formation in Firmicutes. The other factors listed - carbon, phosphate, and nitrogen starvation, as well as low pH - can all trigger spore formation in these bacteria.

Which of the Following Factors Is NOT Involved in Initiation