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This book covers all aspects of microbiology basic and applied, including medical, environmental, agricultural, and industrial. One primary emphasis is medical: two entire parts (Parts III and IV) of the book deal with microbial diseases. These follow a consideration of the basic science of microbiology (Part I) and a survey of the various kinds of microorganisms (Part II). Finally, we examine the way humans use microorganisms and the essential roles microorganisms play in Earth's ecology (Part V). Key Feature Case histories, many of the photos and electron micrographs, and topics in the boxed features come from real life situations. Each case history is followed by bullet points called "Case Connections," that integrate the case material with chapter content and provide a context of real-life, clinical situations a "preview" of what they may encounter later on in their careers. Early introduction and prominent coverage of newly emerging and reemerging diseases such as Anthrax, small pox, tuberculosis, AIDS, Ebola virus infections, and lyme disease. These diseases are introduced early on and are revisited in later chapters. "Sharper Focus" boxes give students greater detail when a topic calls for it. Table of Contents 1. The Science of Microbiology. 2. Basic Chemistry. 3. The Methods of Microbiology. 4. Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells: Structure and Function. 5. Metabolism of Microorganisms. 6. The Genetics of Microorganisms. 7. Recombinant DNA Technology and Genomics. 8. The Growth of Microorganisms. 9. Controlling Microorganisms. 10. Classification. 11. The Prokaryotes. 12. Eukaryotic Microorganisms, Helminthes, and Arthropod Vectors.