Microbes Flashcards
(16 cards)
Where can you find microbes?
They are absolutely everywhere
How many different types of Microbes are there and what are they?
Three: Bacteria {germs}, Fungi, virus
What do bacterias do to us?
Some bacteria are harmless and help us and some are dangerous and hurt us
What shapes are bacteria particles commonly in?
They are usually in circles, rod shapes or spirals
What do bacteria have in place of a nucleus?
Bacteria have a chromosome instead of a nucleus
Are viruses smaller or larger than bacterias?
Viruses are smaller than bacteria
Where do viruses live?
Viruses live inside of bacteria
What can viruses not live without?
Viruses cannot live unless they are in another cell
How do viruses reproduce?
Viruses reproduce by infecting other cells and take over this cells reproductive system in order to reproduce
What does a viruses chromosome contain?
The viruses chromosome contains all the genetic material that they insert into other cells to reproduce
What do some less complex viruses contain?
Some less complex viruses contain a protein coat instead of a cell wall and membrane
What do Fungi absorb from the environment.
Fungi need to absorb nutrients from the environment.
How and as what can Fungi be seen?
Clusters of Fungi can be seen especially as mold
Out of virus, bacteria and fungi which is the largest and which has the most complex structure?
Fungi have the most complex structure and are the largest
What three things do a Fungi contain?
Fungi have a nucleus, vacuole and a food storage granule
What is a microbe? {micro organism}
They are organisms so small you need a microscope to see them
