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What is bacteriology?

  • The study of parasites
  • The study of viruses
  • The study of fungi
  • The study of bacteria (correct)
  • What are bacteria?

    Minute, one-celled vegetable microorganisms found nearly everywhere.

    Define nonpathogenic bacteria.

    Helpful or harmless bacteria that perform useful functions such as decomposing refuse and improving soil fertility.

    What are saprophytes?

    <p>Nonpathogenic bacteria that live on dead matter and do not produce disease.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does pathogenic mean?

    <p>Harmful and disease producing when they invade plant or animal tissue.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are parasites?

    <p>Organisms that require living matter for their growth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What shape are cocci?

    <p>Round shaped.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are staphylococci?

    <p>Pus-forming bacteria that grow in bunches or clusters.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What infections do streptococci cause?

    <p>Infections such as strep throat.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do diplococci grow?

    <p>In pairs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are bacilli?

    <p>Short, rod-shaped bacteria.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are flagella used for?

    <p>Hairlike projections used to move about.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What shape do spirilla have?

    <p>Curved or corkscrew shaped.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is mitosis?

    <p>The process where cells divide into two new cells called daughter cells.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a local infection?

    <p>An infection confined to a single area, such as a pimple or boil.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Define general infection.

    <p>When pathogenic bacteria and their toxins are carried to all parts of the body by the bloodstream.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does contagious or communicable mean?

    <p>Diseases spread from one person to another by direct or indirect contact.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are filterable viruses?

    <p>Living organisms so small they can pass through the pores of a porcelain filter.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can plant parasites produce?

    <p>Contagious diseases such as ringworm or favus.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is immunity?

    <p>The ability to fight off or resist infections and disease.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Bacteriology Overview

    • Bacteriology is the study of microorganisms known as bacteria.
    • Bacteria are minute, one-celled organisms found nearly everywhere on Earth.

    Types of Bacteria

    • Nonpathogenic Bacteria: Harmless organisms that decompose refuse and enhance soil fertility.
    • Saprophytes: A subset of nonpathogenic bacteria that feed on dead matter without causing disease.
    • Pathogenic Bacteria: Organisms that are harmful and capable of causing diseases in plants and animals.
    • Parasites: Bacteria that require living hosts for growth and reproduction.

    Bacterial Shapes

    • Cocci: Round-shaped bacteria that can exist individually or in groups.
      • Staphylococci: Cluster-forming cocci that cause abscesses and boils.
      • Streptococci: Chain-forming cocci responsible for infections like strep throat.
      • Diplococci: Grow in pairs and can lead to pneumonia.
    • Bacilli: Rod-shaped bacteria that are prevalent and associated with conditions such as tetanus, typhoid fever, and tuberculosis.
    • Spirilla: Curved or corkscrew-shaped bacteria; Treponema pallidum causes syphilis.

    Bacterial Movement

    • Flagella or Cilia: Hairlike projections that enable bacteria to move; they use a whip-like motion to propel themselves through liquid.

    Infections

    • Local Infection: Limited to a specific area, such as a pimple or infected cut.
    • General Infection: Occurs when pathogenic bacteria and their toxins enter the bloodstream, leading to widespread conditions like blood poisoning.

    Disease Transmission

    • Contagious Diseases: Spread through direct or indirect contact, including airborne transmission (coughing, sneezing) and contaminated objects (dirty hands, common towels).

    Viruses and Fungi

    • Filterable Viruses: Extremely small organisms that pass through fine filters, not visible under a microscope.
    • Plant Parasites/Fungi: Cause contagious diseases like ringworm and can affect nails.

    Immunity

    • Immunity refers to the body’s ability to resist infections and effectively eliminate bacteria that invade.

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    Test your knowledge on important terms in the field of bacteriology with this set of flashcards. These cards cover essential definitions and concepts related to bacteria, their types, and functions. Perfect for students and anyone interested in microbiology.

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