Bacteria Flashcards

Flashcards about bacteria structure, reproduction, and usefulness.

Bacteria

A single-celled organism lacking a nucleus.

DNA in Bacteria

The genetic material in bacteria that lies free in the cytoplasm.

Flagella

Whip-like tail that aids in movement in some bacteria.

Cytoplasm

Jelly-like substance forming the majority of the bacterial cell.

Cell Wall

Thick covering that maintains the shape of the bacterial cell.

Slime Capsule

Attachment to surfaces & protection against drying out.

Cocci (coccus)

Spherical shape of bacteria.

Bacilli (bacillus)

Rod shape of bacteria.

Spirilla (spirillium)

Spiral shape of bacteria.

Binary Fission

Type of asexual reproduction where a parent cell copies its DNA and splits into two identical daughter cells.

Harmful Bacteria

Bacteria that are harmful and cause diseases in organisms.

Anthrax

Infectious disease caused by bacteria

Salmonella

Infectious disease caused by bacteria

Decomposers

Bacteria used to break down dead organisms.

Lactobacillus

Bacteria used in the production of cheese and yogurt.