Microbiology: An Introduction
by Gerard J. Tortora, Berdell R. Funke, Christine L. Case
13th Edition
Publisher: Pearson
Book Details
| Print ISBN | 9780134605180 |
| eText ISBN | 9780134717968 |
| Publisher | Pearson |
| Publishing Year | 2019 |
| Edition | 13th Edition |
| Language | English |
| Pages | 960 |
Microbiology: An Introduction, 13th Edition, is a textbook designed to balance foundational biological principles with practical health and clinical applications. The work uses targeted instructional art to clarify complex microbial mechanisms and support student learning in the biological sciences.
Broad thematic coverage includes essential microbial chemistry and genetics, the diversity of cellular and acellular organisms, and the dynamics of host-pathogen interactions. The volume also addresses human immune responses, principles of disease transmission, and the broader roles of microorganisms across environmental and industrial settings.
To connect microbiological theory directly to modern public health concerns, the textbook incorporates dedicated Big Picture visual spreads that examine topics such as vaccine-preventable diseases.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: The Microbial World and You
Chapter 2: Chemical Principles
Chapter 3: Observing Microorganisms through a Microscope
Chapter 4: Functional Anatomy of Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells
Chapter 5: Microbial Metabolism
Chapter 6: Microbial Growth
Chapter 7: The Control of Microbial Growth
Chapter 8: Microbial Genetics
Chapter 9: Biotechnology and DNA Technology
Chapter 10: Classification of Microorganisms
Chapter 11: The Prokaryotes: Domains Bacteria and Archaea
Chapter 12: The Eukaryotes: Fungi, Algae, Protozoa, and Helminths
Chapter 13: Viruses, Viroids, and Prions
Chapter 14: Principles of Disease and Epidemiology
Chapter 15: Microbial Mechanisms of Pathogenicity
Chapter 16: Innate Immunity: Nonspecific Defenses of the Host
Chapter 17: Adaptive Immunity: Specific Defenses of the Host
Chapter 18: Practical Applications of Immunology
Chapter 19: Disorders Associated with the Immune System
Chapter 20: Antimicrobial Drugs
Chapter 21: Microbial Diseases of the Skin and Eyes
Chapter 22: Microbial Diseases of the Nervous System
Chapter 23: Microbial Diseases of the Cardiovascular and Lymphatic Systems
Chapter 24: Microbial Diseases of the Respiratory System
Chapter 25: Microbial Diseases of the Digestive System
Chapter 26: Microbial Disease of the Urinary and Reproductive Systems
Chapter 27: Environmental Microbiology
Chapter 28: Applied and Industrial Microbiology
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