18 Questions
What is the shape of bacteria that are rod-shaped?
Bacilli
Which type of bacteria can be spherical in shape?
Coccus
In bacterial morphology, what does 'Staphylo' refer to?
Cluster
Which domain of life consists of single-celled organisms that can thrive in extreme environments?
Archaea
What type of cell division is typically used by bacteria?
Binary fission
Which category of bacteria can be beneficial in ecosystems by aiding digestion and producing antibiotics?
Aerobes
Which type of bacteria would most likely be damaged by exposure to oxygen?
Obligate Anaerobes
At what temperature range would Thermophiles be most likely to grow?
50°C to 80°C
Which type of bacteria can use oxygen when it is present in reduced levels in the air?
Microaerophiles
What is the optimum pH range for most bacteria to grow?
6.5 - 7.5
Which type of bacteria requires a CO2-rich environment to grow?
Capnophiles
At what pH level would Acidophiles typically thrive?
< 5.5
What is the main difference between eukaryotes and prokaryotes in terms of organelles?
Eukaryotes have membrane-bound organelles, while prokaryotes do not.
Which type of DNA form is found in eukaryotes?
Multiple linear segments contained in chromosomes
What is a common component of the cell wall in prokaryotes?
Peptidoglycan
How do prokaryotes reproduce?
Binary fission
What is a characteristic of aerobic bacteria?
Require oxygen for growth
Which shape of bacteria is described as spirals?
(spirilla)
Test your knowledge on the differences between eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells, focusing on organelles, DNA structure, cell size, cell wall composition, cell division, and reproduction methods.
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