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Who is considered the Father of Microbiology and Bacteriology?
Who is considered the Father of Microbiology and Bacteriology?
- Anton Van Leeuwenhoek (correct)
- Louis Pasteur
- John Snow
- Francesco Redi
Which scientist demonstrated that maggots in putrefying meat come from eggs laid by flies and not from spontaneous generation?
Which scientist demonstrated that maggots in putrefying meat come from eggs laid by flies and not from spontaneous generation?
- Louis Pasteur
- Anton Van Leeuwenhoek
- Francesco Redi (correct)
- Robert Koch
Who played a key role in setting standards for public hygiene and believed cholera was transmitted through contaminated water?
Who played a key role in setting standards for public hygiene and believed cholera was transmitted through contaminated water?
- Francesco Redi
- Louis Pasteur
- Dr. John Snow (correct)
- Robert Koch
Which scientist is known for developing the technique called the Gram Stain?
Which scientist is known for developing the technique called the Gram Stain?
Who discovered that bacteria can exist in both endospore and vegetative cell forms?
Who discovered that bacteria can exist in both endospore and vegetative cell forms?
Which scientist made significant contributions to the germ theory of disease and developed methods for fixing, staining, and photographing bacteria?
Which scientist made significant contributions to the germ theory of disease and developed methods for fixing, staining, and photographing bacteria?
Who is known as the 'Father of Modern Antisepsis'?
Who is known as the 'Father of Modern Antisepsis'?
Which scientist discovered that the dye Prontosil was effective against a wide range of bacteria?
Which scientist discovered that the dye Prontosil was effective against a wide range of bacteria?
Who pioneered the use of carbolic acid as an antiseptic in surgery?
Who pioneered the use of carbolic acid as an antiseptic in surgery?
Which scientist observed bacterial colonies disappearing on plates contaminated with mold?
Which scientist observed bacterial colonies disappearing on plates contaminated with mold?
Who discovered a vaccine for smallpox using cowpox?
Who discovered a vaccine for smallpox using cowpox?
Who is known for laying the groundwork for cellular pathology with the theory that all cells arise from pre-existing cells?
Who is known for laying the groundwork for cellular pathology with the theory that all cells arise from pre-existing cells?
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