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MIC 121 Mcb compilations Objective Question
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The contributions of Robert Koch to the field of Microbiology and Medical Science include the following except:
Options
A He developed for the first time a staining technique to stain the bacteria with acidic or basic stain
B He discovered that bacteria caused tuberculosis in man
C Using dilute solution of phenol/carbolic acid in surgical dressings to prevent wound infections
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D He proved the Germ Theory of Disease
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Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Joseph Lister is known for advocating the use of dilute phenol/carbolic acid as an antiseptic in surgical dressings to prevent wound infections. Robert Koch is famous for his postulates, culturing techniques, discovery of the tuberculosis bacterium, and contributing to the Germ Theory of Disease, as well as developing staining techniques.

Hint

Consider which pioneer of microbiology is most closely associated with antiseptic surgery using carbolic acid.

Question Info

Course: MIC 121
Topic: Mcb compilations
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 825 of 984
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