Louis Pasteur Disease Fighter |
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Author:
| Wasmer Smith, Linda |
Series title: | Great Minds of Science Ser. |
ISBN: | 978-0-7660-2792-3 |
Publication Date: | Jan 2008 |
Publisher: | Enslow Publishing, LLC
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Book Format: | Hardback |
List Price: | USD $34.93 |
Book Description:
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Louis Pasteur was one of the first scientists to understand the importance of microorganisms, both good and bad. Some microorganisms are helpful, such as those that cause grapes to ferment and become wine, or those that cause milk to ripen and become cheese. Among his most important discoveries was pasteurization. This process kills harmful bacteria in liquids such as wine and milk, without destroying the liquid. For his many contributions to both medicine and industry, Louis Pasteur...
More DescriptionLouis Pasteur was one of the first scientists to understand the importance of microorganisms, both good and bad. Some microorganisms are helpful, such as those that cause grapes to ferment and become wine, or those that cause milk to ripen and become cheese. Among his most important discoveries was pasteurization. This process kills harmful bacteria in liquids such as wine and milk, without destroying the liquid. For his many contributions to both medicine and industry, Louis Pasteur is remembered as one of the great minds of science. Your readers will love the story of this exceptional man.