Introduction to Microbiology

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Match the following terms with their definitions:

Microbiology = The study of microorganisms Microorganism = Microbe is an organism that is microscopic Microbe = Single-celled organisms invisible to the naked eye Bacteria = Microscopic single-celled organisms

Match the following types of microorganisms with examples:

Bacteria = E. coli Fungi = Yeast Archaea = Methanogens Protists = Amoeba

Match the following branches with their study focus:

Microbiology = Microorganisms Botany = Plants Zoology = Animals Mycology = Fungi

Match the following terms with their characteristics:

<p>Microorganisms = Microscopic Fungi = Includes molds and yeasts Archaea = Distinct from bacteria and often extremophiles Protists = Diverse group of eukaryotic microorganisms</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their scope:

<p>Microbiology = Includes study of bacteria, fungi, archaea, and protists Botany = Includes study of flowering plants, trees, and shrubs Zoology = Includes study of mammals, birds, and reptiles Virology = Study of viruses</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Microbiology

Microbiology is the scientific study of microorganisms
Microorganisms can be classified into four main categories: bacteria, fungi, archaea, or protists