MCB 3020C Lecture 1: Microbiology test 1 review pdf
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Bacteria: bacteriology (includes eubacteria and archaebacteria now know as. Microbiology: the study of microorganisms and their activities. Microorganisms are usually about 1 micrometer in size. Taxonomic groups: bacteria and archae : two domains) Form, structure, reproduction, biochemistry, indenti cation, distribution and role. Types of study: in nature, relationships to each other and other living things both bene cial and detrimental effects, and use as tools for production of products [genetic engineering]. Legionnaires" disease: american legion convention in philadelphia in 1976. Aids: acquired immune de ciency syndrome (hiv) hantavirus pulmonary syndrome: Lm on this later mad cow disease: prions. Bird flu, swine flu, h1ni, e. t. c. Severe acute respiratory syndrome (sars):corona virus; 50% death rate in those over 65. Few of the above are really new, but an increased incidence & wider distribution (globalization) have brought them to our attention: industrial microbiology, old de nition: study of fermentation processes (alcohol and production of beer.
