18 Questions
What is the characteristic of halophiles?
They require sodium ions for their growth and metabolism.
What is the term for the study of how microbes conserve energy to grow?
Microbial physiology
What is the optimal growth temperature range for thermophiles?
60 to 108 degrees Celsius
What is the term for the suffix that means 'love' in the context of microbial ecology?
-phile
What is the shape of cocci bacteria?
Round, oval, or spherical
What is the term for the collection of bacteria that live in and on the human body?
Microbiome
What is the arrangement of cocci cells in Sarcinae?
In cubical pockets
Which type of bacteria is responsible for the disease called anthrax?
Bacillus Anthracis
What is the characteristic of Diplobacilli?
Two rod-shaped bacilli arranged side by side
How do Leptospira Interrogans bacteria enter the body?
Through cuts in the skin or surfaces of the eyes or nose
What is the characteristic of Streptobacilli?
Rod-shaped bacteria arranged in chains
What is the characteristic of Coccobacilli?
Short bacilli whose length is approximately equal to their width
What is the main function of bioremediation?
Removing contaminants from the environment
What type of organisms are used in bioremediation?
Living organisms, including microbes and bacteria
What is the role of Escherichia Coli in the human body?
Feeding on partially digested food
What is the characteristic of cyanobacteria?
They are photosynthetic autotrophs
What is the significance of cyanobacteria in the ecosystem?
They are a significant portion of plankton and produce oxygen
What is the genus of filamentous cyanobacteria?
Anabaena
Review the basics of biodiversity, including the six kingdoms, domain, and types of microbes such as methanogens and halophiles. Learn about their unique characteristics and roles in the ecosystem.
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