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MIC 121 MIC 121 Test compilation 5 Objective Question

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The first drawing of microorganisms was published in:
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A A Microbiology newsletter.
B Robert Hooke's Micrographia.
Correct Answer
C A Microbiology magazine.
D A Basic Microbiology textbook.
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Robert Hooke, in his 1665 book Micrographia, published detailed illustrations of observations made with his compound microscope. While he observed larger microscopic structures like mold spores, it is widely cited for the first published drawings of microscopic life forms, opening the door for further microbial studies.

Hint

Think about the early pioneers of microscopy and their seminal works that featured detailed illustrations.

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