Archive for the 'Microorganisms' Category


What’s the Difference Between Viruses and Bacteria?

Monday, May 18th, 2009 3:43 pm

Written by: Kimberly Lightle

Many people think that germs are what make us sick but scientifically speaking, germs are microbes that can be both harmful or helpful and come in four varieties - bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa. We’ll leave the discussion of fungi and protozoa for another post and focus on bacteria and viruses in this one. Microbeworld […]

Posted in Topics: Health, Life Sciences, Microorganisms, Quick Takes, Science

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Swimming Pool Chemistry

Thursday, May 15th, 2008 4:51 pm

Written by: Kimberly Lightle

Summer’s here and that means it’s time to head for that clear, cool, and refreshing pool! Did you know that children swallow at least 37 mL of pool water each day they swim for 45 minutes or more? Do you know how many microbes can fit into just 1 mL of water? A lot!
Here are […]

Posted in Topics: Chemical Reactions, History and Nature of Science, Life Sciences, Microorganisms, Personal and Social Issues, Physical Sciences, Properties of Matter, Quick Takes, Science, Science and Technology, Water

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