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Foundations of Microbial Life explores the basic principles and characteristics of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa, and their roles in natural and human environments. It examines the structure, classification, growth, metabolism, and reproduction of microbes, as well as their interactions with other living organisms. The topic also highlights the importance of microbial life in ecosystems, biotechnology, health, and disease, emphasizing both beneficial and harmful effects. Course objectives include enabling learners to understand the fundamental concepts of microbiology, identify different types of microorganisms and their characteristics, analyze their roles in nature and human activities, and develop basic skills for studying and applying microbial processes in scientific and real-world contexts.
This lecture is part of BIO 102 General Biology II in the Biology department. The course has 30 recorded lectures across 10 series, all free to watch. Read or download the BIO 102 lecture note to study alongside the video.
