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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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Drying your hands with a paper towel will reduce the bacterial count on your hands by 45–60%.
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Approximately 15–25% of recognized pregnancies end in miscarriage. However, many miscarriages often occur before a woman even knows she is pregnant.
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Human stomach acid is strong enough to dissolve small pieces of metal such as razor blades or staples.
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There are over 65,000 known species of protozoa. About 10,000 species are parasitic.