Washed cells of Streptococcus sanguis (804) and Streptococcus mutans (B-14) were analyzed for water, ash, protein, carbohydrate, lipid, and nucleic acid content. Lipids were analyzed by gas chromatography. Ash was subjected to elemental analysis. These data were compared with the'published values for the composition of dental plaque.
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