FAQ About Louis Pasteur
What is germ theory and how did Louis Pasteur contribute to it?
Germ theory is the scientific principle that microorganisms are the cause of many diseases. Louis Pasteur was instrumental in developing this theory by demonstrating that microorganisms were responsible for fermentation and spoilage processes. His experiments in the 1860s and 1870s proved that many diseases were caused by germs, leading to revolutionary changes in medical and surgical practices to prevent infections.
