Microbiology With Diseases By Taxonomy (6th Edition)
Microbiology With Diseases By Taxonomy (6th Edition)
6th Edition
ISBN: 9780134832302
Author: Robert W. Bauman Ph.D.
Publisher: PEARSON
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Pathogenicity of microbes is determined by its “virulence factor”. Bacteria, fungi, viruses and protozoans produce virulence factor which increases the effectiveness and ability of pathogens to cause disease.

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