Growth Requirements: Bacteria vs Yeast Flashcards

1
Q

Is bacteria a eukaryote or a prokaryote?

A

Prokaryote

Unicellular with cell wall
No nucleus or membrane bound organelles

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Is yeast a eukaryote or a prokaryote?

A

Eukaryote

Unicellular with cell wall
Nucleus and membrane bound organelles

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3
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What two agars can be used for yeast and fungi? What pH are they at?

A

Sabouraud Dextrose Agar (SDA)
Potato Dextrose Agar (PDA)

pH of 5.6

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4
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What agar can be used for bacteria?

What pH is it at?

A

Nutrient agar

pH of 7.4

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How long should yeast be incubated for compared to bacteria?

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Yeast: 48hrs
Bacteria: 20-24hrs

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What temperature should yeast be incubated at compared to bacteria?

A

Yeast: 28C
Bacteria: 35-37C

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