Medical Bacteriology - Lecture 1
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What component is characteristic of the Gram positive cell wall but absent in Gram negative cell wall?

  • Teichoic acid (correct)
  • Thin peptidoglycan
  • Periplasmic space
  • Lipopolysaccharide (LPS)
  • Which structure is primarily responsible for the motility of bacteria?

  • Capsules
  • Pili
  • Spores
  • Flagella (correct)
  • What distinguishes the structure of ribosomes in prokaryotic cells from those in eukaryotic cells?

  • Prokaryotic ribosomes are 70S while eukaryotic ribosomes are 80S. (correct)
  • Prokaryotic ribosomes are involved in sexual reproduction.
  • Eukaryotic ribosomes do not synthesis proteins.
  • Eukaryotic ribosomes are smaller and less complex.
  • Which statement accurately describes the characteristics of DNA in bacterial cells?

    <p>Bacterial DNA is circular and usually single-stranded.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about the outer membrane of Gram negative bacteria is true?

    <p>It includes a periplasmic space.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the composition of the slime layer?

    <p>Polysaccharides, not distinctly defined</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way do bacterial cells differ from eukaryotic cells during the process of cell division?

    <p>Bacterial cells reproduce through binary fission.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What component of bacterial cell walls is crucial for their structural integrity?

    <p>Peptidoglycan, which is a polymer of sugars and amino acids.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of pili (fimbriae) in bacteria?

    <p>Adhesion to surfaces and sexual conjugation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes endotoxins from exotoxins in bacteria?

    <p>Endotoxins are heat resistant, whereas exotoxins are sensitive to heat.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When bacterial cells are subjected to high temperatures, which of the following structures enables some to remain viable?

    <p>Spores</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the Gram staining process differentiate between Gram positive and Gram negative bacteria?

    <p>Gram negative bacteria do not retain crystal violet but take up safranin.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following components is found in the outer membrane of Gram negative bacteria?

    <p>Lipopolysaccharide (LPS)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately describes a prokaryotic cell?

    <p>Has a rigid external cell wall containing peptidoglycan.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the major distinction between eubacteria and other types of bacteria?

    <p>Eubacteria are referred to as 'true' bacteria.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic that distinguishes eukaryotic cells from prokaryotic cells?

    <p>Larger size with membrane-bound organelles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component is common to both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

    <p>Ribosomes that synthesize proteins.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the Gram stain in bacterial classification?

    <p>To distinguish between Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do microscopes play in medical microbiology?

    <p>They are used to diagnose infectious diseases.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about bacterial nomenclature is incorrect?

    <p>Common names must be used for identification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a similarity between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

    <p>Both types have a rigid cell wall.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'biotype' refer to in bacterial classification?

    <p>Biochemical properties of an organism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method provides the most accurate identification of prokaryotes?

    <p>Nucleic acid analysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary feature that differentiates eukaryotic cells in terms of cellular structure?

    <p>They possess membrane-bound organelles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following arrangements is characteristic of certain cocci?

    <p>In pairs (diplococci)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which class of microorganisms is studied in microbiology due to their role as causative agents of infectious diseases?

    <p>Both prokaryotes and eukaryotes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a pure culture represent in microbiology?

    <p>Population derived from a single organism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of serotyping in bacterial classification?

    <p>It characterizes bacteria based on antigenic features</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the classification hierarchy, which rank is considered the basic unit?

    <p>Species</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Medical Microbiology

    • Focuses on microorganisms causing infectious diseases in humans.
    • Involves laboratory diagnosis, epidemiology, treatment, and prevention of infections.
    • Microorganisms need a microscope for observation due to their small size.

    Microscopes

    • Light Microscope: Magnifies up to 1,000 times using light and lenses.
    • Electron Microscope: Magnifies up to one million times using electrons for greater detail.

    Bacterial Cells

    • Prokaryotic cells (Bacteria) are smaller (< 5 µm) and typically unicellular.
    • Eukaryotic cells are larger (> 10 µm) and usually multicellular with membrane-bound organelles.

    Similarities Between Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells

    • Both contain lipids, carbohydrates, proteins, nucleic acids, and are surrounded by a plasma membrane.
    • Both types of cells have cytosol and ribosomes.

    Differences Between Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells

    • Prokaryotes have a nucleoid without a membrane; eukaryotes have a true nucleus.
    • Prokaryotic DNA is circular, while eukaryotic DNA is linear and associated with proteins in chromatin.
    • Cell division in prokaryotes occurs through binary fission, whereas eukaryotes undergo mitosis or meiosis.

    Bacterial Structures

    • Cell Walls: Unique to bacteria; provides shape, strength, and prevents rupture.

      • Peptidoglycan: A polymer that links sugars and amino acids.
      • Teichoic Acids: Found in Gram-positive bacteria.
      • Lipopolysaccharide (LPS): Present in Gram-negative bacteria, serving as an endotoxin.
    • Outer Membrane: A flexible bilayer in Gram-negative bacteria; absent in Gram-positive. Contains LPS and periplasmic space.

    Differences in Cell Walls

    • Gram-positive bacteria: Thick peptidoglycan, stains purple.
    • Gram-negative bacteria: Thin peptidoglycan, contains LPS, stains pink.

    External Bacterial Structures

    • Flagella: Used for locomotion and respond to environmental stimuli.
    • Pili (fimbriae): Hair-like structures for adhesion and conjugation.
    • Capsules and Slime Layers: Protective polysaccharide layers outside the cell envelope.
    • Spores: Dormant resistant cells produced under adverse conditions.

    Bacterial Classification

    • Taxonomy is the science of classification, utilizing systems from Domain to Species.
    • A species is the basic unit of classification.

    Nomenclature

    • Binomial nomenclature system uses two names: genus (capitalized) and species (lowercase), both italicized or underlined (e.g., Salmonella typhi).

    Identification of Prokaryotes

    • Methods include microscopic examination, culture characteristics, biochemical testing, and nucleic acid analysis.

    Microscopic Examination

    • Gram staining differentiates bacteria into Gram-positive and Gram-negative.
    • Bacteria shapes include cocci (spherical), bacilli (rod-shaped), and spirochetes (spiral). Arrangements of cocci can vary (diplococci, streptococci, staphylococci).

    Biochemical Tests and Classification

    • Pure cultures consist of populations derived from a single organism.
    • Biochemical properties and antigenic features further categorize bacteria into biotypes and serotypes, respectively.
    • Molecular methods such as PCR aid in classification.

    Growth of Microbes

    • Microbial growth involves an increase in cell numbers, with one cell developing into a colony of millions.

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