Microbiology and Cell Biology Vocabulary

Vocabulary practice flashcards covering fundamental microbiology and cellular biology terms and definitions.

Flagella

Hairlike processes on bacteria or protozoa that cause movement.

Exocytosis

The expulsion of material from a cell using vesicles.

Flora

The normal microorganisms found in a particular body region.

Phagocytosis

The process by which a phagocyte destroys a foreign cell or cellular debris; a type of endocytosis.

Fungi

A plantlike organism (includes mold and yeasts).