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Introduction to Microbiology - Chapter 1. Microbiology: The study of microorganisms (large, diverse group of cells living individually or as clusters, includes the viruses, which are microscopic but not cellular). Basic vs. Applied Microbiology. Basic Microbiology: Properties that all cells have in common, short life cycles, biochemical and genetic studies.Applied Microbiology: Practical problems in medicine (diseases vs. microbes living in assoc. with the body without causing harm), ag21
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