Chapter 1, Problem 1BYB

What does the science of microbiology study?

Summary Introduction

To determine: the science of microbiology studies.

Introduction: A human eye can have vision of objects that are about 0.1 millimeters. Objects that are smaller than this cannot be viewed under a normal eye but can be viewed with the help of a microscope. Micro-organisms are such small living organisms that are less than 0.1 mm and can be seen only under suitable microscopes.

Explanation of Solution

As the term indicates, microbiology is the science that involves the study of a variety of micro-organisms including bacteria, virus, archae, prions, and protozoa. It involves their habitat, classification, and both harmful and beneficial aspects of the microbes. Anton Van Leeuwenhoek is known as “the father of microbiology” due to his contributions to this field.