Module 1
Introduction to Microbiology and Biochemistry (Ch 1,2)

Module 1
Introduction to Microbiology and Biochemistry (Ch 1,2)
“Chemistry ought to be not for chemists alone.”
-Miguel de Unamuno, Spanish philosopher
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Learning Objectives
Chapter 1: The Microbial World and You
•List several ways in which microbes affect our lives
• Recognize the system of scientific nomenclature
• Define bacteriology, mycology, parasitology, immunology, and virology
• List at least some beneficial activities of microorganisms
• List examples that use recombinant DNA technology
• List some diseases caused by microorganisms
Chapter 2: Chemical Principles
• Define atom, molecule, ion
• Define ionic bond, covalent bond, hydrogen bond
• Define inorganic molecule, organic molecule
• List properties of water
• Define solvent, solute and solution
• Define macromolecule, polymer, monomer
• Identify building blocks and structures of carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids
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