5 Questions
Who first observed microorganisms under the microscope?
Anton van Leeuwenhoek
Which scientist debunked the theory of spontaneous generation with regard to microorganisms?
Louis Pasteur
Which diseases were discovered to be caused by microorganisms in the 1880s?
Tuberculosis, cholera, diphtheria, and anthrax
Which domain of life contains only microorganisms?
Bacteria
Where can microorganisms be found?
Everywhere from the poles to the equator, deserts, geysers, rocks, and the deep sea
Test your knowledge about the fascinating world of microorganisms with this quiz. Explore the history of microbial study, from ancient suspicions to the pioneering observations of Anton van Leeuwenhoek. Get ready to delve into the realm of unseen life forms and their impact on the world.
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