Abstract (English):
The book outlines a brief history of the development of Microbiology, General properties of microorganisms, their position in nature, modern conceptions of the morphology of prokaryotic and eukaryotic microorganisms. Presents the basic principles of classification of microorganisms, basic physiology and genetics. Describes the methods and conditions of cultivation of microorganisms. Considered the most important biochemical processes caused chemoheterotrophic microorganisms and their practical significance in food production in the national economy. The considered methods of immobilization of cells of microorganisms and their practical significance. The role of microorganisms in food production from vegetable raw materials and to obtain practically important for the national economy of organic acids. The textbook is accompanied by illustrations. At the end of each Chapter test questions for self-examination. Meets the requirements of Federal state educational standards of higher education of the last generation. Designed for students majoring in "food from vegetable raw materials, production Technology and organization of public catering".