Microbiology: Principles and Explorations
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ISBN: 9781118743164
Author: Jacquelyn G. Black, Laura J. Black
Publisher: WILEY
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Introduction: A microscope is an optical instrument used for viewing very small objects, even cells. It is commonly used for scientific and medical purposes. Simple microscope, compound microscope, optical microscope, scanning electron microscope, and transmission electron microscope are the different types of microscopes.
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