'Unveiling the World's First Virus: The Shocking Discovery That Changed Science Forever!' #viral

Discover the fascinating history behind the world's first discovered virus: the Tobacco mosaic virus! In 1892, Russian scientist Dmitri Ivanovsky made a groundbreaking discovery while studying diseased tobacco plants. He found that the disease could be transmitted through sap even after filtering out bacteria, revealing a mysterious new agent. This tiny entity, later named 'virus' from the Latin word for 'poison,' was too small to be seen under a microscope. This discovery paved the way for modern virology and the identification of thousands of viruses. Dive into this incredible story and learn how a little plant invader revolutionized science!

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