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What is a key structural difference between bacterial and eukaryotic flagella?
What is a key structural difference between bacterial and eukaryotic flagella?
- Bacterial flagella are longer.
- Eukaryotic flagella contain muscle fibers.
- Eukaryotic flagella are not anchored in the cell membrane.
- Bacterial flagella lack a membrane. (correct)
Which of the following best describes the relationship between humans and certain bacteria in the gut?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between humans and certain bacteria in the gut?
- Mutualistic symbiotic. (correct)
- Pathogenic.
- Commensalistic.
- Parasitic.
How do antibiotics target bacterial ribosomes?
How do antibiotics target bacterial ribosomes?
- By increasing their size.
- By interfering with their DNA replication.
- By targeting their larger size compared to eukaryotic ribosomes.
- By exploiting the differences in ribosomal proteins. (correct)
What is a characteristic of Chlamydia trachomatis?
What is a characteristic of Chlamydia trachomatis?
What role do intestinal bacteria play in human health?
What role do intestinal bacteria play in human health?
Which of the following is NOT one of the main shapes of bacteria?
Which of the following is NOT one of the main shapes of bacteria?
What distinguishes the bacterial cell membrane from that of eukaryotic cells?
What distinguishes the bacterial cell membrane from that of eukaryotic cells?
Which of the following bacteria is known for causing tetanus?
Which of the following bacteria is known for causing tetanus?
Why is it difficult to develop medications that specifically target bacteria?
Why is it difficult to develop medications that specifically target bacteria?
Which of the following statements about the quantity of bacteria on Earth is accurate?
Which of the following statements about the quantity of bacteria on Earth is accurate?
Flashcards
What are the basic components of all bacteria?
What are the basic components of all bacteria?
All bacteria have a cell membrane and cytoplasm. Some also have flagella or fimbriae, which are similar to cilia.
Why is it difficult to create drugs that target only bacteria?
Why is it difficult to create drugs that target only bacteria?
Bacteria and eukaryotes share similar structures, making it difficult to develop drugs that target only bacteria.
How can we target bacterial flagella with vaccines?
How can we target bacterial flagella with vaccines?
Despite similarities, bacterial flagella have enough differences from eukaryotic flagella to allow for the development of specific antibacterial vaccines.
How do some antibiotics target bacteria?
How do some antibiotics target bacteria?
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How many bacteria are there on Earth?
How many bacteria are there on Earth?
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What are the different types of relationships bacteria can have with humans?
What are the different types of relationships bacteria can have with humans?
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What are mutualistic symbiotes, and what do they do?
What are mutualistic symbiotes, and what do they do?
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What are pathogens and parasites?
What are pathogens and parasites?
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Give an example of a bacterial pathogen that lives inside cells.
Give an example of a bacterial pathogen that lives inside cells.
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Give an example of a bacterial pathogen that lives outside of cells.
Give an example of a bacterial pathogen that lives outside of cells.
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Study Notes
Bacterial Structure and Function
- All bacteria have a cell membrane and cytoplasm.
- Some bacteria have flagella or fimbriae, similar to cilia.
- The similar structures between bacteria and eukaryotes complicate the development of medications targeting only bacteria.
- Bacterial flagella differ enough from eukaryotic flagella that specific antibacterial vaccines can target bacterial flagella.
- Bacterial ribosomes are smaller than eukaryotic ribosomes, allowing for specific antibiotic targeting.
Bacterial Abundance and Interactions
- Approximately 5 x 1030 bacteria exist on Earth, significantly exceeding the combined number of plants and animals.
- Bacterial relationships with humans vary. Some are mutualistic symbiotes, benefiting both humans and bacteria (e.g., gut bacteria producing vitamin K and biotin).
- Other bacteria can cause disease as pathogens or parasites.
- Examples of pathogenic bacteria include Chlamydia trachomatis (sexually transmitted infection) and Clostridium tetani (causing tetanus).
Bacterial Classification by Shape
- Most bacteria have one of three shapes: cocci (spherical), bacilli (rod-shaped), or spirilla (spiral-shaped).
- Examples include:
- Streptococcus pyogenes (cocci)
- Escherichia coli (bacilli)
- Treponema pallidum (spirilla, causes syphilis)
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Explore the fascinating world of bacteria, focusing on their structure, function, and interactions with humans. This quiz covers essential aspects of bacterial features such as their cell membranes, ribosomes, and relationships with other organisms, both beneficial and harmful. Test your understanding of how these microscopic entities impact our lives and the environment.
