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Alexander Fleming joined the British Army and served in World War I in 1914. He was initially assigned as a medical officer and later became involved in research on bacterial infections and antiseptics during the war. His experiences in the trenches significantly influenced his later work in microbiology and the discovery of penicillin.

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Which war did Alexander Fleming live in?

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What was happening in the world Alexander Fleming discovered penicllin?

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How did Alexander Fleming's research impact society?

he help the world war 2 when ppl got sick and started to die


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Alexander Fleming served as a military nurse during World War l. Once he saw so many people die from disease he became very interested in bacteireology.


Was World War 1 part of the discovery of penicillin in 1928?

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Did Alexander Fleming have any other jobs?

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What world event inspired Sir Alexander Fleming to conduct his research experiments?

Sir Alexander Fleming was inspired to conduct his research experiments on penicillin after observing the antibacterial properties of mold while studying staphylococci bacteria during World War I. He noticed that a mold called Penicillium notatum was able to inhibit the growth of the bacteria, leading to his discovery of penicillin as an antibiotic.


How did Alexander Fleming help soidiers during World War 2?

Deaths from infection of battle wounds was a major problem for all soldiers from pre-history up to World War One. In World War Two, control of these infections became much easier because of use of penicillin.


Who invented penicillin in first world war?

Dr.Alexander Fleming


Was Ian Fleming related to Alexander Fleming?

Well, aren't you just a curious cat! Ian Fleming, the creator of James Bond, and Alexander Fleming, the guy who discovered penicillin, were not related at all. They just happened to share the same last name, like a lot of other people in the world. So, no family drama or secret spy connections between these two fellas, just a funny coincidence.


How did Alexander Fleming become interested in science?

Alexander Fleming became interested in science after seeing the medical difficulties and suffering caused by infections during his time working as a doctor in World War I. This experience motivated him to pursue research in bacteriology and find ways to combat harmful bacteria. Fleming's observations and experiments ultimately led to the discovery of penicillin, the first antibiotic, which revolutionized medicine.


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