The Micro World of Viruses and Bacteria
(Paperback)
Publishing Details
The Micro World of Viruses and Bacteria
By (Author) Melissa Mayer
Capstone Press
Stone Arch Books
1st January 2022
United States
Classifications
Children
Non Fiction
579.3
Physical Properties
Paperback
32
Width 171mm, Height 228mm
Description
The world is full of tiny viruses and bacteria that can be seen only through a microscope. Some bacteria can be helpful but others cause diseases such as typhoid fever. Viruses can cause deadly diseases such as COVID-19. Young readers will get all the facts about bacteria and viruses including their similarities and differences how they cause infections and how people can keep dangerous germs from spreading.
Author Bio
Melissa Mayer is a science writer and former science teacher who's currently working on an M.S. in Entomology. She lives on a tiny urban homestead in Portland, Oregon, with her wife, kids, and way too many animals--dogs, cats, rabbits, chickens, and an ever-growing collection of insects. She's the author of 5 nonfiction books for children and young adults.
