Microbiology
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Microbiology is the branch of biology that studies microorganisms or those usually too small to be seen with the naked eye including protozoans, algae, fungi, bacteria, yeast, and viruses.
Frequently special techniques are required to isolate and grow microorganism. The study of this is done using methods from microscopy, biotechnology, biochemistry and genetics.
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Applied Microbiology
Of particular interest to microbiologists is the effect of these organisms on humans, as many are pathogens (disease-producing agents). Therefore, microbiology is closely associated with pathology, immunology, and epidemiology.
History of Microbiology
The word Microbiology comes from the Greek terms micron which means small, and biologia meaning studying life.
Related References
- MicrobeWiki by Kenyon College
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