Exploring the History and Taxonomy of Microbiology

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Who was the first person to observe bacteria using a simple microscope?

  • Rudolf Virchow
  • Anton Van Leeuwenhoek (correct)
  • Robert Hooke
  • Francesco Redi

Which scientist demonstrated that dead maggots or flies would not generate new flies when placed on rotting meat in a sealed jar?

  • Robert Hooke
  • Francesco Redi (correct)
  • Anton Van Leeuwenhoek
  • Rudolf Virchow

Who developed the aseptic technique?

  • Anton Van Leeuwenhoek
  • Francesco Redi
  • Louis Pasteur (correct)
  • Robert Hooke

What theory did Rudolf Virchow propose?

<p>Theory of Biogenesis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Louis Pasteur study related to fermentation and spoilage?

<p>Germ Theory of Diseases (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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