MICROBIOLOGY Microbiology is the scientific study of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa. These microorganisms are too small to be seen with the naked eye and play a vital role in various ecosystems, including the human body. ● Branches of Microbiology: 1. Bacteriology : The study of bacteria, including their structure, function, and role in disease. 2. Virology : The study of viruses, including their structure, function, and role in disease. 3. Mycology : The science of the fungi, their form, function, and disease causing capability. 4. Parasitology : The science of parasites, their form, function, and disease causing capability. ● Applications of Microbiology 1. Medicine: The very science of diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of infectious diseases. 2. Food and Beverage Industry: Determines the safety and quality of foods; fermentation of beverages and foods. 3. Environmental Science: It is used to understand the role of m...
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