Microbiology: An Evolving Science (Fourth Edition)
Microbiology: An Evolving Science (Fourth Edition)
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ISBN: 9780393615098
Author: John W. Foster, Joan L. Slonczewski
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
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The reason behind the efficacy of bacteriostatic antibiotics at treating bacterial infections.

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A bacterium is a microscopic organism that cannot be seen with unaided eyes. They are present everywhere such as in air, water, and soil. Microorganisms include bacteria, fungi, viruses, algae, and so on. Some of the microorganisms are useful to mankind while rest are harmful or pathogenic in nature.

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