Microbiology Notes 1:Bacteria Flashcards
(9 cards)
1
Q
What type of cells are bacteria (ex single, double)
A
Single celled (unicellular)
2
Q
Bacteria classification
A
Prokaryotic cells
3
Q
Features of bacteria
A
-Small and simple
-No membrane bound organelles
-No nucleus, mitochondria, Golgi body
4
Q
What’s the cell wall
A
Used for protection
5
Q
What’s the capsule
A
Gives extra protection (bacteria won’t be washed off of surfaces)
6
Q
What’s the flagella
A
Tail that aids in movement
7
Q
What’s the pili
A
Accessory that aids in sticking and cell recognition
8
Q
What are plasmas
A
Circular dna molecules that help bacteria make extra proteins
9
Q
Shapes of bacteria
A
-Spheres (coccus)
-Rods (bacilli)
-Spiral
