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[9.1] Microbiology-Nature Flashcards

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What is Microbiology?

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Microbiology is the study of organisms that are too small and are not visible clearly to the naked eye or unaided eye when they exist individually

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What are the categories of Microorganisms?

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  1. Bacteria
  2. Cyanobacteria/Blue-Green Bacteria
  3. Fungi
  4. Protists
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What are the other Subcategories studied under microbiology?

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Mollicutes [mycoplasmas and phytoplasma]
Viruses
Viroids
Prions

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Why are Viruses NOT microorganisms?

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Viruses are NON-LIVING

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