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MIC 121 Mcb compilations Objective Question

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

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Robert Hooke published 'Micrographia' in 1665, which contained detailed drawings of various microscopic observations, including the first description of fungal structures and 'cells' (from cork). This predates the formal establishment of microbiology as a field and the publication types listed in A, B, and C.

Hint

Recall the early pioneers of microscopy and their seminal works, particularly the one who observed 'cells' in cork and made detailed drawings.

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