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BASIC SCIENCE
MICROBIOLOGY & IMMUNOLOGY
Burton's Microbiology for the Health Sciences
Tenth Edition, International Edition
Paul Engelkirk
September 2014 / Softbound / 10.875 x 8.375
496 pp. / Approx. 285 Illus.
978-1-4511-8634-5
DESCRIPTION
Written in a straightforward and engaging style,
this premier textbook provides students with
the foundation in microbiology that they need
to perform their day-to-day duties in a safe and
knowledgeable manner. Coverage includes the core
themes and concepts outlined for an introductory
course by the American Society for Microbiology.
FEATURES
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New chapter-endingallied health case studies
covering viral, bacterial, fungal, and parasitic
infections in humans provide real-life context for
the concepts and topics recommended by the
American Society for Microbiology.
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New online animations covering topics like Binary
Fission, Phagocytosis, Selecting for Drug-Resistant
Organisms help students understand complex
concepts and procedures
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A dramatically updated design and art program
features an increased number of illustrations
and more user-friendly and realistic art to help
students visualize concepts.
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A new online chapter-by-chapter Student Quiz
Bank, containing over 500 multiple-choice, fill-in-
the-blank, and matching questions, gives students
unlimited opportunities for practice and review.
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New, improved Critical Thinking questions prepare
students for effective decision making on the job.
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Up-to-date coverage of bacterial, viral, fungal, and
parasitic infections gives students the knowledge
they will need to perform day-to-day health care
duties in a safe and competent manner .
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Chapters are organized to meet the needs of allied
health students and provide focused coverage of
parasitology, immunology, and other infections.
Section I: Introduction to Microbiology
Section II Introduction to Microbes and
Cellular Biology
Section III Chemical and Genetic Aspects of
Microorganisms
Section IV Controlling the Growth of
Microbes
Section V Environmental and Applied
Microbiology
Section VI Microbiology within Healthcare
Facilities
Section VII Pathogenesis and Host Defense
Mechanisms
Section VIII Major Infectious Diseases of
Humans
Chapter 1 Microbiology—The Science
Chapter 2 Observing the Microbial World
Chapter 3 Cell Structure and Taxonomy
Chapter 4 Microbial Diversity
Chapter 5 Microbial Diversity
Chapter 6 The Biochemical Basis of Life
Chapter 7 Microbial Physiology and Genetics
Chapter 8 Controlling Microbial Growth In
Vitro
Chapter 9 Inhibiting the Growth of Pathogens
In Vivo Using Antimicrobial Agents
TABLE OF CONTENTS