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What is the unit of measurement in bacteriology?
What is the unit of measurement in bacteriology?
- Micron (correct)
- Millimeter
- Nanometer
- Centimeter
Which bacteria lack a cell wall?
Which bacteria lack a cell wall?
- Cocci
- Mycoplasmas (correct)
- Bacilli
- Vibrios
Which type of bacteria retain the crystal violet dye and change into purple during staining?
Which type of bacteria retain the crystal violet dye and change into purple during staining?
- Spirilla
- Gram-negative bacteria
- Gram-positive bacteria (correct)
- Bacilli
Which bacterial morphology is rod-shaped?
Which bacterial morphology is rod-shaped?
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What is the method of reproduction for bacteria?
What is the method of reproduction for bacteria?
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Study Notes
Bacteriology Basics
- The unit of measurement in bacteriology is the micron (μm).
Bacterial Cell Wall
- Some bacteria lack a cell wall, known as Mycoplasma.
Staining
- Gram-positive bacteria retain the crystal violet dye and change into purple during staining.
Bacterial Morphology
- Rod-shaped bacteria are known as Bacillus.
Bacterial Reproduction
- The method of reproduction for bacteria is binary fission, where a single cell divides into two identical daughter cells.
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Test your knowledge on the classification, morphology, and structures of prokaryotic organisms known as bacteria. Learn about their varying sizes and widespread distribution, and understand the potential impact of certain bacteria on human, animal, and plant health.
