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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If you could remove all of your skin, it would weigh up to 5 pounds.
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This year, an estimated 1.4 million Americans will have a new or recurrent heart attack.
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In 1864, the first barbiturate (barbituric acid) was synthesized.
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The ratio of hydrogen atoms to oxygen in water (H2O) is 2:1.
Exercise increases the heart rate.
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