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Article: Microbiology's new names: a glossary. (part 1) (glossary)
- Article from:
- Medical Laboratory Observer
- Article date:
- May 1, 1989
- Author:
CopyrightCOPYRIGHT 1989 Nelson Publishing. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan. All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)
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