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Basic Microbiology

Microbiology is the branch of science that deals with microscopic organisms and their interaction with other microscopic and macroscopic organisms.

  • Microorganisms are tiny microscopic organisms that are too small to be seen with naked eyes and thus, can only be seen with a microscope. Microorganisms include microscopic organisms like bacteria, fungi, archaea, protozoa, and viruses.
  • Basic microscopy deals with a diverse group of studies that help in research related to the biochemistry, physiology, cell biology, ecology, evolution, and clinical aspects of microorganisms, including the host response to these agents.
  • Microbiology also deals with the structure, function, classification of such organisms, along with exploiting and controlling their activities.
  • The concept of microbiology began with the discovery of the microscope by Anton Von Leeuwenhoek.
  • On the one hand, microbes are used for their unique features which allow the production of antibiotics, amino acids, hormones, and other therapeutic compounds, and also the production of food and food-related products.
  • Microorganisms are also involved in the decomposition of components such as lignocellulosic biomass for second-generation ethanol or biogas.
  • Similarly, certain genetic features and biochemical abilities of microorganisms make them dangerous for industry (food spoilage) as well as human health.
  • Microbiology, initially, was only associated with pathogenic microorganisms that result in different forms of diseases in different groups of living beings.
  • With the establishment of microbiology as a discipline, the application of microorganisms in different areas has also increased.
  • The use of microorganisms in food and pharmaceuticals has given rise to the branching of microbiology into further disciplines and studies.
  • Thus, over the years, the branch has been classified into further groups like agriculture microbiology, food microbiology, pharmaceutical microbiology, systemic microbiology, etc.
  • The studies in microbiology have also increased due to the use of microorganisms in different researches as these are easy to manipulate and reproduce when compared to other living organisms.
  • Studies in microbiology are essential for the discovery of new and advanced methods for the discovery of emerging microorganisms and associated diseases and applications.
  • Microbiology also deals with techniques for the identification of these microorganisms, their classification, and the life cycle.
  • All of this allows for a better understanding of microorganisms and their role in maintaining the ecosystem.
  • Microbiology and microorganisms can be applied for the formation of new genetically engineered microorganisms by a process like genetic recombination.
  • Besides, different microorganisms have found their application in the production of food, industrial products, and antibiotics.

Archaea vs Bacteria- Definition, 15 Major Differences, Examples

May 2, 2022January 12, 2022 by Anupama Sapkota
Differences between Archaea and Bacteria (Archaea vs Bacteria)

Image Source: Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc. Created using biorender.com. Archaea Definition Archaea is a group of primitive prokaryotes that based on their distinct characteristics form a separate domain from bacteria and … Read more

Gram-Positive vs Gram-Negative Bacteria- 31 Differences with Examples

January 10, 2022January 9, 2022 by Sagar Aryal
Differences Between Gram Positive and Gram Negative Bacteria

  Gram Positive vs Gram Negative Bacteria (31 Major Differences) S.N. Character Gram-Positive Bacteria Gram-Negative Bacteria 1. Gram Reaction Retain crystal violet dye and stain blue or purple on Gram’s … Read more

DNA vs RNA- Definition and 30 Key Differences

January 26, 2022January 4, 2022 by Sagar Aryal
Differences between DNA and RNA

Differences between DNA and RNA (DNA vs RNA) Some of the differences are: S.N. Character DNA RNA 1.       Full form Deoxyribonucleic Acid  Ribonucleic Acid 2.       Location DNA is … Read more

O antigen and H antigen- Definition and 21 Key Differences

January 26, 2022January 2, 2022 by Sagar Aryal
Differences between O Antigen and H Antigen

Difference between O Antigen and H Antigen The surface structures of bacteria have considerable antigenic heterogeneity. Often these antigens are used as part of a serologic classification system for the … Read more

Peptone Water- Composition, Principle, Preparation, Results, Uses

January 8, 2022January 1, 2022 by Sagar Aryal
Peptone Water

Peptone Water is formulated as per Shread, Donovan, and Lee. It is a broth medium used for the growth of the organism and a base for determining carbohydrate fermentation patterns … Read more

Types of Centrifuge and Centrifugation (definition, principle, uses)

July 27, 2021July 10, 2021 by Anupama Sapkota
Types of Centrifuge and Centrifugation

Centrifuge definition A centrifuge is a device used to separate components of a mixture on the basis of their size, density, the viscosity of the medium, and the rotor speed. … Read more

Incubator- Definition, Parts, Working, Types, Uses, Precautions

April 21, 2022June 17, 2021 by Anupama Sapkota
Types of incubators

Incubator Definition An incubator, in microbiology, is an insulated and enclosed device that provides an optimal condition of temperature, humidity, and other environmental conditions required for the growth of organisms. … Read more

Why a Nursing Student Should Learn Microbiology?

January 3, 2023June 15, 2021 by Editors
Why a Nursing Student Should Learn Microbiology

Microbiology is the study of tiny organisms that affect the human body. The subject is essential for nursing students as it highlights the behaviors of microscopic organisms that can negatively … Read more

Chemical methods of sterilization- Gaseous and Liquid

July 27, 2021May 17, 2021 by Anupama Sapkota
Chemical methods of sterilization

What is Chemical Sterilization? Chemical Sterilization is the process of removal of microorganisms by the use of chemical bactericidal agents. Even if physical methods of sterilization are more appropriate for … Read more

Physical methods of sterilization- Heat, Filtration, Radiation

July 27, 2021May 11, 2021 by Anupama Sapkota
Physical methods of sterilization- Heat, Filtration, Radiation

What is Sterilization? Sterilization is the complete removal of microorganisms from an object or surfaces. Sterilization is obtained when microorganisms are subjected to antimicrobial agents for sufficient time and at … Read more

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