To explain: The reason that microscopy is an important tool used by microbiologists.
Introduction: Microorganism is a small organism that cannot be seen by unaided eyes. There are numerous microorganisms present in the surroundings. Microbiologist studies the microbes and their interaction to life and environment.
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A microscope is an instrument used to see objects that cannot be seen by the naked eye. The use of a microscope for the study of different objects or microorganisms is known as microscopy. Microbiologists use a microscope to study the structure, function, and interactions of microbes such as bacteria, viruses, algae, and
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