In this article we will discuss about the chemical nature of the genetic material of organisms. The knowledge about the chemical nature of the genetic material was gathered from a number of experimental observations made with bacteria and viruses. These experimental observations led to the conclusion that all cellular organisms have DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) as the genetic material. Only some [...]
In this article we have compiled various notes on microorganisms. After reading this article we will have a basic idea about:- 1. Meaning of Microorganisms 2. Origin of Microorganisms 3. Distribution 4. Nature 5. Nutrition 6. Classification 7. Reproduction 8. Importance of the Study. Contents: Notes on the Meaning of Microorganisms Notes on the Origin of Microorganisms Notes on the [...]
The following points highlight the top ten uses of microbes. The uses are: 1. Production of Antibiotics 2. Production of Dairy Products 3. Production of Alcoholic Beverages 4. Production of Bread 5. Production of Food Yeast 6. Production of Organic Acids 7. Production of Vitamins 8. Production of Enzymes 9. Production of Steroids 10. Production of Dextran. Use # 1. [...]