Ricky Parks

Bacteriology: Principles and Practices Ricky Parks

Bacteriology studies bacteria, their taxonomy, genetics, biochemistry, etc. Bacteria are classified according to the substances they produce, the optimum temperature required for their growth and the nutrients required to sustain them. Bacteriology is a sub-field of microbiology. Applications of bacteriology include antibiotics, biomining, bioremediation, nitrification, wastewater treatment, etc. This book on bacteriology strives to provide a fair idea about this discipline and to help develop a better understanding of the latest advances within this field. Those in search of information to further their knowledge will be greatly assisted by this book.