Microbiology (noun)

The branch of biology that deals with microorganisms and their effects on other living organisms.

Origin:

Micro- + -biology, from greek mikros small + -logia -logy.

Examples:

1. Microbiology is the study of microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, fungi and protozoa.
2. The microbiology lab at the hospital is responsible for identifying and controlling infectious diseases.
3. The microbiologist's research focuses on understanding the genetics and biochemistry of bacteria.
4. Microbiology is an important field in the food industry, as microorganisms play a major role in food spoilage and fermentation.
5. Advances in microbiology have led to the development of new antibiotics and vaccines.