Chapter 1.5, Problem 9ELO

Summary Introduction

To determine:

The outline of major events in the history of microbiology.

Introduction:

It is only because of the curiosity and dedication of scientists over centuries that so much about microorganisms is known to us today. More than 300 years of rigorous experiments and constant efforts have resulted in the plethora of information that we have about microorganisms. It is only because of this information that humans have been able to use microorganism for their benefit. A lot of significant events have shaped the history of microbiology.