Microbiology is the science of studying tiny living cells that ordinary eyes could not see. These cells are called microbes, organisms, microorganisms, and pathogens. Microbiology is the branch of biology that deals with the study of microorganisms, which are microscopic living organisms such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa. It encompasses the exploration of their structure, function, classification, evolution, distribution, and interactions with other living organisms and the environment.Microbiologists investigate various aspects of microorganisms, including their role in causing diseases, their applications in biotechnology and industry, their involvement in environmental processes, and their significance in food production and preservation.
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