Presents microbiology through a general biology lens. Features concise chapters on methods, structure, metabolism, growth, environmental influences, genetics, and classification. Introduces major microbial groups in 13 detailed chapters
A thoroughly updated, authoritative introductory microbiology text, renowned for clear explanations, high-quality illustrations, and comprehensive coverage. Topics span cellular structure, molecular biology, microbial diversity (bacteria, archaea, eukaryotes, viruses), metabolic pathways, microbial ecology, industrial bioprocesses, immunology, diagnostic methods, and infectious disease. The 12t…