The term bacteria was devised in the 19th century by German biologist Ferdinand Cohn. He based it on the Greek word "bakterion" meaning a small rod or staff. Cohn is considered to be the father of modern bacteriology.
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Illicit drug use costs the United States approximately $181 billion every year.
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Bacteria have flourished on the earth for over three billion years. They were the first life forms on the planet.
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There are actually 60 minerals, 16 vitamins, 12 essential amino acids, and three essential fatty acids that your body needs every day.
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More than 150,000 Americans killed by cardiovascular disease are younger than the age of 65 years.
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