Includes access code to Student Companion WebsiteRevised and updated with the latest data from the field, the tenth edition of award-winning author Jeffrey Pommerville's classic text provides nursing and allied health students with a firm foundation in microbiology, with an emphasis on human disease. An educator himself, Dr. Pommerville incorporates accessible, engaging pedagogical elements and student-friendly ancillaries to help students maximize their understanding and retention of key concepts. With an inviting "learning Design" format and Study Smart notes to students, Alcamo's Fundamentals of Microbiology, Tenth Edition ensures student success as they delve into the exciting world of microbiology.New and Key Features of the Tenth Edition:- Includes new and improved figures throughout to increase clarity and student understanding- Includes new and revised critical thinking exercises included in the end-of-chapter material- Incorporates updated and new MicroFocus and MicroInquiry boxes, and Textbook Cases- The Companion Website includes a wealth of study aids and learning tools, including new interactive animations