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What is the primary function of the lipopolysaccharide outer membrane?
To act as a barrier between the cell and its environment
What is the term for the lipid portion of the lipopolysaccharide molecule?
Lipid A
What is the function of the O-antigen portion of the lipopolysaccharide molecule?
To recognize and respond to antibodies
What is the term for the toxic effect of the lipopolysaccharide molecule in a host's bloodstream or gastrointestinal tract?
Endotoxin
What is the characteristic of the Gram-negative bacterial cell wall?
Highly charged
What is the function of the phospholipid bilayer in the bacterial cell membrane?
To facilitate the transport of molecules into the cell
What is the term for the bacterial cytoplasmic membrane?
Plasma membrane
What is the characteristic of the lipopolysaccharide molecule?
Highly charged
What is the function of the sterols in the membranes of mycoplasmas?
To add rigidity to the membrane
What is the term for the lipopolysaccharide molecule that is unique to specific bacterial strains?
Subspecies-specific marker
What is the function of porins in the outer membrane?
To allow for passive transport of ions, sugars, and amino acids
What is the region between the cytoplasmic and outer membranes called?
Periplasmic space
What is the purpose of the lipid portion of the outer membrane?
To prevent the passage of charged molecules
What is the location of the proton motive force?
Across the outer membrane
What is the role of transport and signaling proteins in the cytoplasmic membrane?
To transport molecules across the cytoplasmic membrane
What is the relationship between the periplasmic space and the cytoplasmic membrane?
Molecules in the periplasmic space can be transported across the cytoplasmic membrane
What is the function of the outer membrane?
To regulate the passage of molecules into the cell
What is the role of the phospholipid bilayer in the outer membrane?
To prevent the passage of charged molecules
What is the location of the phospholipid bilayer?
In the outer membrane
What is the purpose of the proton motive force?
To synthesize ATP
What is the main purpose of ALPS?
To provide a framework for assessing and managing risks
What is the primary goal of the ALPS approach?
To enhance patient safety
What is the relationship between ALPS and the Joint Commission?
ALPS is a framework for meeting Joint Commission standards
What is the role of the 'B' in ALPS?
Identifying and analyzing risks
What is the purpose of the 'S' in ALPS?
Developing and implementing solutions
What is the benefit of using ALPS in healthcare?
Improving patient safety and outcomes
What is the focus of the 'P' in ALPS?
Patient safety
What is the relationship between ALPS and risk management?
ALPS is a component of risk management
What is the outcome of using ALPS in healthcare?
Improved patient safety and outcomes
What is the benefit of using ALPS in healthcare organizations?
Improving patient safety and outcomes
What is the main characteristic of Ribosomes?
They are the site of protein synthesis
What is the name of the researcher who discovered the Ribosomes?
Svedberg
What is the size of the smaller subunit of the Ribosome?
30S
What is the function of the larger subunit of the Ribosome?
To synthesize proteins
What is the name of the process by which Ribosomes synthesize proteins?
Translation
What is the function of the mRNA in protein synthesis?
To carry genetic information from DNA to Ribosomes
What is the name of the binding site on the Ribosome where the mRNA attaches?
mRNA binding site
What is the name of the process by which the Ribosome reads the mRNA?
Decoding
What is the function of the tRNA in protein synthesis?
To carry amino acids to the Ribosome
What is the name of the complex formed by the Ribosome and the mRNA during protein synthesis?
Ribosome-mRNA complex
What percentage of substances are dissolved or suspended in water?
One-fifth
What is the site of protein synthesis in the cell?
Ribosomes
What is the term for the rates at which ribosomes move toward the bottom of a tube when the tube is rapidly spun in an instrument called a centrifuge?
Sedimentation rates
What is the rate of whole bacterial ribosomes?
70S
What is the effect of certain antibiotics on bacterial protein synthesis?
They disrupt bacterial protein synthesis
What is the term for the long chains of ribosomes found in the cytoplasm of bacteria?
Polyribosomes
What is the main function of ribosomes in the cell?
To synthesize proteins
What is the composition of ribosomes?
A complex of protein and RNA
Where are ribosomes often found in the cell?
Only in the cytoplasm
What is the effect of certain antibiotics on eukaryotic cells?
They have no effect on eukaryotic protein synthesis
What is the main function of the cell membrane?
To regulate the movement of materials into and out of a cell
What is the periplasmic space?
The space between the cell wall and the outer membrane
What is the function of the proteins in the bacterial cell membrane?
To respond to chemical substances in the environment
What is the main component of the cytoplasm in prokaryotic cells?
Cytoplasm
What is the function of flagella in bacteria?
To move the bacteria
What is the difference between Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria?
The presence of a periplasmic space
What is the function of the cell membrane in terms of material movement?
To regulate the movement of materials into and out of a cell
What is the composition of the periplasm?
Peptidoglycan, protein constituents, and metabolites
What is the function of the peptidoglycan in the periplasm?
To provide structural support to the cell
What is the purpose of the bacterial cell membrane?
To regulate the movement of materials into and out of a cell
What is the function of magnetosomes in certain bacteria?
To help bacteria orientate themselves downwards into favorable conditions
What type of inclusion body is known for storing sulphur and polyphosphate?
Volutin or metachromatic granules
What is the main function of inclusion bodies in bacteria?
To store food reserves
What type of inclusion body is responsible for maintaining buoyancy of the cell?
Gas vacuoles
What is the term for the process of storing food reserves in inclusion bodies?
Inclusion
What is the main component of magnetosomes?
Iron oxide
What type of bacteria are known to have gas vacuoles?
Blue-green bacteria
What is the term for the movement of bacteria towards or away from a stimulus?
Taxis
What is the primary function of the glycocalyx in bacteria?
To facilitate the attachment of bacteria to host cells
What is the function of the glycocalyx in bacteria?
To protect cells from desiccation and aid in attachment to surfaces
What type of compound is often stored in inclusion bodies?
Organic
What is the main function of pili in bacteria?
To facilitate the transfer of DNA between bacteria
What is the function of volutin or metachromatic granules?
To store sulphur and polyphosphate
What is the primary function of the fimbriae in bacteria?
To facilitate the attachment of bacteria to host cells
What is the term for a loose, water-soluble glycocalyx?
Slime layer
What is the primary function of the glycocalyx in facilitating the attachment of bacteria to host cells?
To create a layer of molecules that interacts with the host cell surface
What is the primary function of a capsule in bacteria?
To protect cells from desiccation and aid in attachment to surfaces
What is the primary function of the outer membrane in Gram-negative bacteria?
To regulate the movement of molecules across the cell membrane
What is the role of glycocalyx in the ability of pathogenic bacteria to cause disease?
It plays a crucial role in the ability of bacteria to cause disease
What is the primary function of ATP in the muscle cells?
To provide energy for muscle contraction
What is the composition of a glycocalyx?
Polysaccharides, polypeptides, or both
What is the role of ATP in the muscle contraction process?
To release energy for muscle contraction
What is the primary function of the periplasmic space in Gram-negative bacteria?
To create a region between the cytoplasmic and outer membranes
What is the term for a glycocalyx that is composed of organized repeating units of organic chemicals firmly attached to the cell surface?
Capsule
What is the result of ATP hydrolysis in muscle cells?
The release of energy for muscle contraction
What is the primary function of the phospholipid bilayer in the bacterial cell membrane?
To regulate the movement of molecules across the cell membrane
What is the role of slime layers in bacteria?
To provide a means of attachment to surfaces
What is the primary source of energy for muscle contraction?
ATP hydrolysis
What is the primary function of the lipopolysaccharide molecule in the outer membrane of Gram-negative bacteria?
To facilitate the interaction of bacteria with the host immune system
What is the function of the capsule in pathogenic bacteria?
To provide protection against phagocytic cells and the immune system
What is the role of calcium ions in muscle contraction?
To facilitate muscle contraction
What is the role of glycocalyx in the survival of bacteria?
It plays a crucial role in the survival of bacteria
What is the result of muscle contraction?
The shortening of muscle fibers
What is the function of myosin heads in muscle contraction?
To bind to actin filaments and cause contraction
What is the term for the process of drying in bacteria?
Desiccation
What is the role of actin filaments in muscle contraction?
To interact with myosin heads and cause contraction
What is the result of ATP binding to myosin heads?
The release of energy for muscle contraction
What is the role of ATP in the muscle relaxation process?
To recharge myosin heads for the next contraction
What is the function of the glycocalyx in the bacterial cell?
To protect the cell from the host's immune system
What is the term for the toxic effect of the lipopolysaccharide molecule in a host's bloodstream or gastrointestinal tract?
Endotoxin
What is the characteristic of the Gram-negative bacterial cell wall?
Thin peptidoglycan layer
What is the primary function of fimbriae in bacteria?
To attach bacteria to surfaces and each other
What is the main function of endospores?
To protect the bacteria from extreme environmental conditions
What is the main difference between pili and fimbriae?
Pili are longer than fimbriae
Which of the following bacteria produce endospores?
Bacillus and Clostridium
What is the function of the phospholipid bilayer in the bacterial cell membrane?
To regulate the movement of molecules across the cell membrane
What is the function of flagella in bacteria?
To provide locomotion to bacteria
What is the term for the bacterial cytoplasmic membrane?
Cytoplasmic membrane
What is the purpose of autoclaving at 121°C?
To ensure complete sterility
What is the characteristic of the lipopolysaccharide molecule?
Presence of carbohydrates
What is the composition of the core of an endospore?
Outer core wall, cell membrane, and nuclear region
How do bacteria use fimbriae to attach to surfaces?
By extending a fimbria, attaching to the surface, and then retracting it to pull the bacterium towards the surface
What is the role of glycocalyces in biofilm formation?
To adhere to surfaces and other bacteria, helping to form a biofilm
Why are endospores highly resistant to heat?
Due to the low water content and the presence of dipicolinic acid and calcium ions
What is the function of the sterols in the membranes of mycoplasmas?
To maintain the fluidity of the membrane
What is the function of the cortex in an endospore?
To protect the core from environmental stress
What is the term for the lipopolysaccharide molecule that is unique to specific bacterial strains?
O-antigen
What is the function of conjugation pili?
To mediate the transfer of DNA between bacteria
What is the characteristic of bacteria that have fimbriae?
They are capable of adhering to surfaces and each other
What is the function of porins in the outer membrane?
To regulate the movement of molecules across the cell membrane
Which of the following is a characteristic of endospores?
Low water content and high resistance to heat
What is the role of fimbriae in biofilm formation?
To adhere to surfaces and other bacteria, helping to form a biofilm
What is the region between the cytoplasmic and outer membranes called?
Periplasmic space
What is the purpose of the exosporium in an endospore?
To protect the spore coat from environmental stress
Why are endospores of pathogens such as Clostridium botulinum resistant to boiling?
Due to their thick spore coat
What is the primary function of flagella in conjunction with fimbriae?
To allow bacteria to move towards or away from surfaces
What is the result of germination of an endospore?
Formation of a vegetative cell
What is the result of the interaction between fimbriae and surfaces?
The formation of a biofilm
Study Notes
Lipid Bilayer and Fatty Acid Chains
- Lipid molecules in the cell membrane extend their fatty acid chains towards the surface, forming a barrier between the cell and its environment
- The phosphate-containing ends of the lipid molecules are water-loving (hydrophilic), allowing them to interact with the aqueous environment
- The fatty acid chains are non-polar (hydrophobic), forming the interior of the membrane
- This structure allows the membrane to act as a permeability barrier, controlling the movement of molecules in and out of the cell
Lipopolysaccharides (LPS) in Gram-Negative Bacteria
- Also called endotoxin, LPS is an important component of the outer membrane in Gram-negative bacteria
- The lipid A portion is toxic and can be released when the bacterial cell wall is broken down
- The O-antigen portion consists of sugar molecules and is the primary site recognized by antibodies
- Variability in the O-antigen chain can cause problems with the immune response
- The highly charged LPS gives Gram-negative cell walls an overall negative charge
Bacterial Cell Membrane Functions
- Acts as a permeability barrier, regulating the movement of molecules in and out of the cell
- Serves as the location for transport of molecules into the cell
- Involved in energy conservation by generating a proton motive force
- Contains the bases of flagella, which cause the flagella to move
- Some membrane proteins respond to chemical substances in the environment
Periplasmic Space
- Many bacteria have a gap between the cell wall and the outer membrane, called the periplasmic space
- This space can be easily observed in Gram-negative bacteria using electron microscopy
- The periplasmic space contains peptidoglycan, protein components, and metabolites
- Periplasmic spaces are rarely observed in Gram-positive bacteria
Cytoplasm
- The cytoplasm of prokaryotic cells is the semi-fluid substance inside the cell membrane
- Prokaryotic cells typically have only a few clearly defined structures, such as chromosomes and ribosomes
- The cytoplasm is where the majority of cellular activities and processes take place### Cytoplasm Composition
- Cytoplasm makes up about four-fifths of the water in cells
- Contains dissolved or suspended substances including:
- Enzymes and other proteins
- Carbohydrates
- Lipids
- Variety of inorganic ions
- Many chemical reactions, both anabolic and catabolic, occur in the cytoplasm
Ribosomes
- Composed of a complex of protein and RNA
- Site of protein synthesis in the cell
- Abundant in bacterial cytoplasm, often grouped in long chains called polyribosomes
- Nearly spherical, stain densely, and contain a large subunit and a small subunit
- Serve as sites for protein synthesis
- Relative sizes of ribosomes and their subunits can be determined by measuring their sedimentation rates
- Bacterial ribosomes (70S) are smaller than eukaryotic ribosomes (80S)
- Some antibiotics target 70S ribosomes and disrupt bacterial protein synthesis without affecting 80S ribosomes in eukaryotic cells
Inclusion Bodies
- Granular structures found in cytoplasm of certain bacteria
- Act as food reserves, containing organic compounds like starch, glycogen, or lipids
- Can also store sulfur and polyphosphate (known as volutin or metachromatic granules)
- Magnetosomes contain iron oxide to help orient bacteria
- Gas vacuoles maintain buoyancy in some bacteria
Glycocalyx and Capsule
- Some cells have a gelatinous, sticky substance surrounding the outside called a glycocalyx
- Glycocalyx may be polysaccharides, polypeptides, or both
- When the glycocalyx is organized into a firm, attached layer, it is called a capsule
- Capsules and slime layers protect cells from desiccation
- Present in many pathogenic bacteria, aiding survival and disease-causing ability
- Slime layers help bacteria attach to surfacesHere are the study notes for the provided text:
Bacterial Cell Structure and Function
- Glycocalyx: a layer of carbohydrate molecules on the surface of bacterial cells, and plays a role in adhesion and biofilm formation.
Fimbriae and Pili
- Fimbriae: rod-like proteinaceous extensions on the surface of bacterial cells, used for attachment to surfaces and other cells.
- Pili (also called conjugation pili): longer, thinner structures composed of a protein called pilin, used for DNA transfer between cells.
- Functions of fimbriae and pili include:
- Attachment to surfaces and other cells
- Biofilm formation
- DNA transfer
Flagella
- Flagella: long, hair-like structures used for locomotion in many bacteria.
- Consist of three main components: basal body, hook, and filament.
- Function in movement and propulsion of bacterial cells.
Adhesion and Biofilm Formation
- Bacteria use fimbriae and glycocalyx to adhere to surfaces and other cells.
- Biofilms are formed when bacteria adhere to surfaces and produce a matrix of extracellular polymeric substances (EPS).
- Biofilms provide protection for bacteria from environmental stresses and host immune responses.
Conjugation and DNA Transfer
- Conjugation pili are used for DNA transfer between bacterial cells.
- This process involves the direct transfer of DNA from one cell to another through a specialized pilus.
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