Microbiology Flashcards
To study for exams (8 cards)
1
Q
What are the top 3 types of microbes?
A
Viruses, Fungi and Bacteria
2
Q
What does MRS GRENC stand for?
A
M = Movement R = Respiration S = Sensitivity G = Growth R = Reproduction E = Excretion N = Nutrition C = Control
3
Q
What is the basic structure for Bacteria?
A
- Capsule
- Cell Wall
- Cell Membrane
- DNA
- Flagellum
- Pilus
- Cytoplasm
4
Q
What are the factors of life for Bacteria
A
- Temperature
- Moisture
- pH
- Oxygen
- Nutrient Availability
5
Q
What temperatures can bacteria be harmful?
A
Between 5 - 60 Degrees Celcius
6
Q
What temperature do Fungi like to grow in?
A
Between 20 - 40 Degrees Celcius (warm)
7
Q
What does Fungi look like?
A
Fungi look fuzzy and can have colours like green, white, orange and grey.
8
Q
How can we control microbes?
A
We can either take away their moisture, make them too hot or cold, take away food source etc.
