This edition had all images removed.
Title: The Story of Germ Life
Note: Reading ease score: 55.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by Robert Rowe, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary: "The Story of Germ Life" by H. W. Conn is a scientific publication likely written in the early 20th century. The book provides a comprehensive overview of bacteriology, detailing the classification, characteristics, and vital roles of bacteria in both detrimental and beneficial contexts. It aims to inform the general reader about the importance of germs in various processes of life and industry, as well as their implications for health and disease. At the start of the work, the author sets the stage by discussing the evolution of understanding regarding bacteria. Conn reflects on the historical obscurity of bacteria, transitioning into the pivotal discoveries made by figures such as Louis Pasteur that brought bacteria into the scientific limelight. The opening portion not only describes the basic structure, forms, and reproduction of bacteria but also emphasizes their ubiquitous nature and the profound impact they have on ecosystems and human activities. Conn notes that bacteria are key agents in decomposition, fermentation, and other processes central to agriculture and industry, establishing a foundation for the discussions to follow regarding their diverse roles in society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Conn, H. W. (Herbert William), 1859-1917
EBook No.: 4962
Published: Jan 1, 2004
Downloads: 70
Language: English
Subject: Bacteriology
Subject: Bacteria
LoCC: Science: Microbiology
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Story of Germ Life
Note: Reading ease score: 55.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by Robert Rowe, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary: "The Story of Germ Life" by H. W. Conn is a scientific publication likely written in the early 20th century. The book provides a comprehensive overview of bacteriology, detailing the classification, characteristics, and vital roles of bacteria in both detrimental and beneficial contexts. It aims to inform the general reader about the importance of germs in various processes of life and industry, as well as their implications for health and disease. At the start of the work, the author sets the stage by discussing the evolution of understanding regarding bacteria. Conn reflects on the historical obscurity of bacteria, transitioning into the pivotal discoveries made by figures such as Louis Pasteur that brought bacteria into the scientific limelight. The opening portion not only describes the basic structure, forms, and reproduction of bacteria but also emphasizes their ubiquitous nature and the profound impact they have on ecosystems and human activities. Conn notes that bacteria are key agents in decomposition, fermentation, and other processes central to agriculture and industry, establishing a foundation for the discussions to follow regarding their diverse roles in society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Conn, H. W. (Herbert William), 1859-1917
EBook No.: 4962
Published: Jan 1, 2004
Downloads: 70
Language: English
Subject: Bacteriology
Subject: Bacteria
LoCC: Science: Microbiology
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.