2.10 Antibiotics And Bacteria Flashcards
1
Q
What is bacterial conjugation?
A
If transfer of DNA across the spaces
Horizontal gene transmission
Across a conjugation tube
2
Q
What are antibiotic?
A
They prevent bacteria making cell walls
This causes osmotic lysis
3
Q
What is resistance?
A
The mutation in bacteria which allows it to survive
This is then passed on to the offspring
4
Q
Improper antibiotic use
A
Kill the weakest first
More resistant strains remain
Most resistant reproduce
5
Q
What is MRSA?
A
Resistant bacteria
Dangerous to hospitalised patient
People who live in close contact
Multiple antibiotic use
6
Q
What is mutation?
A
Changes in DNA sequence
