In this book, John Postgate explains to a wide readership the consequences of the activity of this invisible society in our daily lives, and succeeds in conveying the fascination that microbes have for those who study them.
Microbes and humans
14,80 €
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From the book : Microbes and humans
Microbes are everywhere. In the air, in the soil, in the water, on our skin and hair, in our mouths and intestines, on and in the food we eat. They make the soil fertile, clean the environment, change—often improve—our food, form vitamins in the human body for our benefit, and some even protect us from less desirable microbes. Microbes are often considered dangerous because some species (although a small number) can cause disease, spoil food, or destroy valuable materials. Most people only become aware of the existence of microbes when such unfortunate situations occur. However, taken together, they represent a fascinating world of invisible, or barely visible, creatures that participate in all the processes that life on Earth is capable of carrying out. Creatures that have influenced, and continue to influence, profoundly our lives and the environment. In this book, John Postgate explains to a wide readership the consequences of the activity of this invisible society in our daily lives, and succeeds in conveying the fascination that microbes have for those who study them. This edition has been completely revised to include topics of contemporary interest such as:
• Genetic Engineering • DNA “Fingerprinting”
• Salmonellosis • BSE (mad cow disease)
• Oil spills • Biosensors
• AIDS
Additional information
| Dimensions | 14 × 21 cm |
|---|---|
| Publication | Lychnos Publications |
| Pages | Microbes and humans: 352 |
| ISBN | Microbes and humans: 960–7097–45–9 |
| Author | John Postgate |
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