Explain Why There Was Such a Long Period of Time

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Essay

Explain why there was such a long period of time between the era of Leeuwenhoek's work and the beginnings of the Golden Age of microbiology.

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Definitions:

Adrenaline

A hormone and neurotransmitter produced by the adrenal glands that increases heart rate, muscle strength, blood pressure, and sugar metabolism, often associated with the 'fight or flight' response.

Social Exchange Theory

The theory that our social behavior is an exchange process, the aim of which is to maximize benefits and minimize costs.

Equity Theory

A theory of motivation that proposes individuals are motivated by a sense of fairness in the reward-to-effort ratio compared to others.

Reward Theory

A psychological theory that suggests human behavior is motivated by the desire for rewards or incentives.