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What is the most abundant micro-organism?
What is the most abundant micro-organism?
- Viruses
- Fungi
- Bacteria (correct)
- Protozoa
In which category are bacteria grouped based on their shape?
In which category are bacteria grouped based on their shape?
- Coccus (pl.: cocci)
- Bacillus (pl.: bacilli)
- Vibrium (pl.: vibrio)
- All of the above (correct)
Which of the following is not a category under which bacteria are grouped based on their shape?
Which of the following is not a category under which bacteria are grouped based on their shape?
- Spirillum (pl.: spirilla)
- Coccus (pl.: cocci)
- Vibrium (pl.: vibrio) (correct)
- Bacillus (pl.: bacilli)
Where can bacteria live that very few other life forms can survive?
Where can bacteria live that very few other life forms can survive?
In which habitat are bacteria able to survive where very few other life forms can?
In which habitat are bacteria able to survive where very few other life forms can?
What is the most abundant micro-organism?
What is the most abundant micro-organism?
What is the distinguishing characteristic used to group bacteria into different categories?
What is the distinguishing characteristic used to group bacteria into different categories?
In which type of habitat are bacteria able to survive where very few other life forms can?
In which type of habitat are bacteria able to survive where very few other life forms can?
What is the term for the most abundant micro-organisms?
What is the term for the most abundant micro-organisms?
Study Notes
Characteristics of Bacteria
- Bacteria are the most abundant micro-organisms.
Classification of Bacteria
- Bacteria are grouped into categories based on their shape, such as spherical (cocci), rod-shaped (bacilli), and spiral-shaped (spirilla).
Unique Habitats of Bacteria
- Bacteria are able to survive in extreme environments where very few other life forms can, such as hot springs, salt lakes, and deep-sea vents.
Key Terms
- The term for the most abundant micro-organisms is bacteria.
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Explore the world of bacteria, the most abundant micro-organisms and their occurrence in various habitats. Learn about their categorization based on shape and their ability to thrive in extreme environments.
