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Question
Which of the following was NOT explicitly mentioned as an achievement during 'The Golden Age of Microbiology' in the provided text?
Correct Answer
Option B is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
The text lists 'Establishment of the germ theory of disease,' 'Improved understanding of microbial metabolism,' 'The role of immunity in preventing and controlling disease was identified,' 'Vaccines were developed,' and 'Development of antiseptic techniques.' The discovery of the structure of DNA occurred much later, outside of this period.
Hint
The Golden Age primarily focused on identifying microbes, linking them to disease, and developing initial control measures, predating molecular biology breakthroughs like DNA structure.