Synopses & Reviews
Review
"The writing is very concise, straightforward and easy to read...deserves its place as a basic, practical and accessible introduction to bacteria, fungi and virus." Canadian Society of Microbiologists Newsletter
Synopsis
The authors present a basic and accessible introduction to the world of microbiology. In the first section, Microbial Structure and Mode of Life, the structure and functioning of fungi, bacteria, and viruses are discussed (with particular attention paid to the description and discussion of their reproduction and nutrition). The second section, Handling Microbes, introduces the methods used to culture, control, and study these organisms in the laboratory. The final section covers the Isolation, Classification and Identification of Microbes. This book will be suitable as a basic text for undergraduate students of microbiology
Synopsis
Presents a basic and accessible introduction to the fascinating world of microbiology.
Synopsis
The authors present a basic and accessible introduction to the world of microbiology. In three sections, this book provides both a foundation and overview of the subject. The first section discusses the structure and functioning of fungi, bacteria and viruses. The second section introduces the methods used to culture, control and study these microbes in the laboratory. The final section covers their isolation and identification. This book is essential reading for anyone becoming interested in this subject, whether it be 6th form students, their teachers, or undergraduates.
Synopsis
This basic accessible introduction to the world of microbiology is divided into three separate sections. The text progresses accordingly from "Microbial Structure and Mode of Life" to "Handling Microbes" and "Isolation, Classification and Identification of Microbes."
Table of Contents
General Preface to the Series; Preface; 1. Microbial structure and mode of life; 2. Handling microbes; 3. Isolation, classification and identification of microbes; Further reading; Glossary; Index.