Study of bacteria, fungi, protozoa, and viruses including their useful and harmful roles.
What students will learn
- Define microorganisms as living organisms that are too small to be seen with the naked eye.
- List the four main groups of microorganisms: bacteria, fungi, protozoa, and viruses.
- Explain the differences between harmful and useful microorganisms.
- Describe common diseases caused by pathogenic microorganisms.
- Discuss the economic importance of microorganisms in food production and decomposition.
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