Microbiology: A Systems Approach
Microbiology: A Systems Approach
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ISBN: 9780073402437
Author: Marjorie Kelly Cowan Professor
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
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The disease caused by a mixture of microorganisms.

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There are many microorganisms which are classified as “gram +” or “gram ” bacteria. They are present in various shapes, sizes, and morphology as visible under a microscope. They infect the cells of the human body and proliferate inside them. They release toxins which are harmful for cells leading to their apoptosis.

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