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What is microbiology the scientific study of?
What is microbiology the scientific study of?
- Parasitic organisms
- Macroscopic organisms
- Microorganisms (correct)
- Microscopic organisms
What is the primary characteristic that defines microorganisms?
What is the primary characteristic that defines microorganisms?
- Their size, being too small to be seen with the naked eye (correct)
- Their ability to be seen with the naked eye
- Their ability to cause disease
- Their ability to undergo photosynthesis
What is the term for the study of microorganisms?
What is the term for the study of microorganisms?
- Pathology
- Microscopy
- Microbiology (correct)
- Biology
What is a common characteristic of microorganisms?
What is a common characteristic of microorganisms?
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What is the primary focus of microbiology?
What is the primary focus of microbiology?
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Study Notes
Microbiology and Microorganisms
- Microbiology is the scientific study of microorganisms.
- Microorganisms are defined as organisms that are too small to see with the naked eye.
Learning Objectives
- To understand the definition of microbiology and microorganisms.
- To identify and classify different types of cells, including prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.
- To learn about the classification of bacteria.
Types of Cells
- Prokaryotic cells: (definition will be discussed later)
- Eukaryotic cells: (definition will be discussed later)
Key Differences
- Prokaryotic vs Eukaryotic cells: (key differences will be discussed later)
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