Microbes Flashcards
1
Q
Name 3 microbes
A
Bacteria
Viruses
Fungi
2
Q
What is the structure of a bacteria like
A
One cell shaped like a sphere, rod or spiral
3
Q
Why are bacteria dangerous
A
There everywhere and can cause various illnesses
4
Q
Why are bacteria good
A
They can keep you healthy and fight disease
5
Q
What is the structure of a virus like
A
Sphere on the end of a rod
DNA strands inside a protein. It will always have a hook to attach to a cell
6
Q
What is the structure of fungi like
A
Like a mushroom
7
Q
Why is fungi dangerous
A
Cause skin diseases, flue and tuberculosis
8
Q
Why is fungi useful
A
Used to make bread, beer and wine
9
Q
What term used to describe a microbe that causes disease
A
Pathogen
