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Germ Theory

Revise Germ Theory in Medicine Through Time for GCSE History with 8 exam-style questions and 5 flashcards. This topic appears regularly enough that it should be part of a solid GCSE revision cycle.

Sample Flashcards

What is Germ Theory?
The theory that specific microorganisms (germs/bacteria) cause specific diseases — published by Pasteur in 1861
When did Pasteur publish Germ Theory?
1861

Sample Questions

In which year did Louis Pasteur publish his Germ Theory?

  • A. 1847
  • B. 1861
  • C. 1876
  • D. 1882
1 markfoundation

What did Pasteur's swan-neck flask experiment disprove?

  • A. Germ theory
  • B. Miasma theory
  • C. The four humours
  • D. Spontaneous generation
1 markfoundation

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5

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