Book Description: The basic principles of microbiology. Reference for any student studying biology or microbiology from high school to upper-level college courses. 4-page laminated guide includes: • history of microbiology • kingdoms • prokaryotes & eukaryotes • cell theory • Koch's postulates • food-borne pathogens • microbial genetics • metabolism • microbial differentiation • types of microbial metabolism • microbes used in food • reproduction of fungi • photosynthesis/respiration • immune system • medical mycology