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Model variables and definitions for both the buffer and human serum predation models.
| Variable | Definition |
|---|---|
| BD F | Free predator |
| P S | Free susceptible pathogen |
| P R | Free resistant pathogen |
| PBD O | Pathogen with predator (outside) |
| PBD I | Pathogen with predator (inside) |
| BD I | Inactivated predator |
| W N | Nutritious predation-derived waste |
| W M | Non-degradable predation-derived waste |
| I | Serum antimicrobials* |
| R | Serum growth resources* |
The variables marked with *are present in the serum model only.
