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100	1		_aConn, H. W. _q(Herbert William), _d1859-1917
245	1	4	_aThe Story of Germ Life
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2004
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2004-01-01
508			_aProduced by Robert Rowe, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
520			_a"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.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aBacteriology
653			_aBacteria
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/4962
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