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MIC 121 Mcb compilations Objective Question

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_______ is regarded as the Father of 'Bacteriology' and 'Protozoology', because of his contribution to the field of bacteria and protozoa
Options
A All of the above
B Louis Pasteur
C Aristotle
D Anthony Van Leeuwenhoek
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Antoni van Leeuwenhoek is widely recognized as the 'Father of Microbiology' (and thus Bacteriology and Protozoology) for his pioneering work in creating powerful simple microscopes and being the first to observe and accurately describe bacteria and protozoa, which he referred to as 'animalcules'. His detailed observations laid the groundwork for these fields.

Hint

Consider the individual famous for observing and documenting 'animalcules' with his self-made microscopes.

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