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Fundamentals of Microbiology

Pommerville · 11th Edition · ISBN 9781284100952 · Jones & Bartlett Learning

Complete chapter-by-chapter study guide aligned with Fundamentals of Microbiology (11th Edition). Includes summaries, learning objectives, and NCLEX-style practice questions for all 26 chapters.

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Chapter index

Foundations of Microbiology

Chapter 1: Microbiology: Then and Now
Chapter 2: The Chemical Building Blocks of Life
Chapter 3: Concepts and Tools for Studying Microorganisms
Chapter 4: Structure and Organization of Prokaryotic Cells
Chapter 5: Microbial Growth and Nutrition
Chapter 6: Microbial Metabolism

The Genetics of Microorganisms

Chapter 7: Microbial Genetics
Chapter 8: Gene Transfer, Genetic Engineering, and Genomics

The Control of Microorganisms

Chapter 9: Control of Microorganisms: Physical and Chemical Methods
Chapter 10: Antimicrobial Drugs and Superbugs

Bacterial Diseases of Humans

Chapter 11: Airborne Bacterial Diseases
Chapter 12: Foodborne and Waterborne Bacterial Diseases
Chapter 13: Soilborne and Arthropodborne Bacterial Diseases
Chapter 14: Sexually Transmitted and Contact Transmitted Bacterial Diseases

Viruses and Eukaryotic Microorganisms

Chapter 15: The Viruses and Virus-Like Agents
Chapter 16: Viral Infections of the Respiratory Tract and Skin
Chapter 17: Viral Infections of the Blood, Lymphatic, Gastrointestinal, and Nervous Systems
Chapter 18: Eukaryotic Microorganisms: The Fungi
Chapter 19: Eukaryotic Microorganisms: The Parasites

Interactions and Impact of Microorganisms with Humans

Chapter 20: The Host-Microbe Relationship and Epidemiology
Chapter 21: Resistance and the Immune System: Innate Immunity
Chapter 22: Resistance and the Immune System: Acquired Immunity
Chapter 23: Immunity and Serology
Chapter 24: Immune Disorders and AIDS

Environmental and Applied Microbiology

Chapter 25: Applied and Industrial Microbiology of Foods
Chapter 26: Environmental Microbiology

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About this study guide

This is an original study guide written to align with the topics and learning objectives covered in Fundamentals of Microbiology (11th Edition) by Pommerville. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or licensed by Jones & Bartlett Learning or the textbook's authors. All summaries, practice questions, and explanations are independently authored.