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What is a key structural difference between Methanogens and Eukaryotes?

  • Presence of non-peptidoglycan cell wall in Methanogens (correct)
  • Methanogens are associated with diseases
  • Both are usually found in extreme environments
  • Ribosomal structure closer to eukaryotes in Eukaryotes

    • What differentiates Prokaryotes from Eukaryotes in terms of DNA?

  • Eukaryotes house DNA in a 'nucleoid region'
  • Prokaryotes have a proper nucleus with a double membrane
  • Prokaryotes have linear chromosomes
  • Eukaryotes have DNA in circular form (correct)

    • Which organism is characterized by an absorptive heterotroph mode of nutrition and a cell wall made up of chitin?

  • Leishmania
  • Penicillium chrysogenum (correct)
  • Saccharomyces cerevisiae
  • Spirogyra

    • What sets apart Protozoans from other single-celled eukaryotes?

    <p>They have animal-like digestion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do Algae differ from other photosynthetic autotrophs?

    <p>They vary in pigmentation and cell wall composition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic distinguishes Animals as ingestive heterotrophs?

    <p>Mode of nutrition involving ingesting food</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a Parasitic Protozoan causing diseases in humans?

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

    'Red Tide' is commonly associated with which type of organism?

    <p><strong>Diatoms</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Pasteur's final contribution mentioned in the text?

    <p>Heating grape juice to kill bacteria without ruining its taste</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on Pasteur's 1857 hypothesis, what did he propose about microorganisms?

    <p>They are responsible for disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Robert Koch's contribution to microbiology as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Creating the first photomicrograph of bacteria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are Koch's postulates used for in microbiology?

    <p>To determine if a suspected agent causes disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of pasteurization, as described in the text?

    <p>To kill bacteria in grape juice without affecting its quality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of yeasts in grape juice fermentation?

    <p>They ferment grape juice into alcohol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Pasteur's hypothesis suggest about bacteria in grape juice?

    <p>They reproduce and produce acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Koch's role in studying infectious diseases?

    <p>He identified the specific causative agents for diseases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of Koch's postulates mentioned in the text?

    <p>Establishing criteria to determine if a microorganism causes a specific disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main purpose of John Needham's experiment in 1750?

    <p>To support the theory of spontaneous generation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the Swan-Necked Flask Experiment by Pasteur, why did he observe that the infusion remained sterile indefinitely?

    <p>Since he sealed the flask preventing the entry of microbes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What conclusion did Pasteur draw from his Swan-Necked Flask Experiment regarding the origin of microbes in the liquid?

    <p>They were from dust particles in the air settling in the bend</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect led to Francisco Redi questioning spontaneous generation in 1668?

    <p>The observation of covered flasks with gauze</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of Pasteur's experiment on fermentation of grape juice into wine?

    <p>Yeasts were responsible for fermenting grape juice into alcohol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Pasteur's modern-day version of fermentation experiment differ from his earlier experiments?

    <p>It investigated factors causing spoilage rather than fermentation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did Redi use both sealed and unsealed flasks in his experiment?

    <p>To demonstrate that life does not come from non-living matter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What critical factor did Needham propose as a cause for inanimate matter coming to life?

    <p>'Life force' present in all living organisms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who successfully correlated cholera propagation with poor water sanitation?

    <p>John Snow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which individual introduced antiseptic techniques into nursing practices during the Crimean War?

    <p>Florence Nightingale</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who observed that women giving birth in medical institutions had a much higher mortality rate from puerperal fever compared to home births?

    <p>Ignaz Semmelweis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Joseph Lister introduce into surgical theatres in the 1850s for disinfection purposes?

    <p>Phenol spray</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Variolation was a common practice in the 1720s for preventing which disease?

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

    Who led to the emergence of the branches of microbiology known as infection control and epidemiology?

    <p>John Snow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method involved handwashing with chlorinated lime water to decrease mortality rates in medical settings?

    <p>Handwashing method</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate resolving power of the high power objective lens with light of 450 nm (blue light)?

    <p>0.35 μm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of lens has a working distance of approximately 0.1 mm?

    <p>Oil immersion lens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the value of 1 nanometer in meters?

    <p>$10^{-9}$ meter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which property increases as we move from low power to oil immersion objective lenses?

    <p>Numerical aperture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the refractive index of oil mentioned in the text?

    <p>1.25-1.4</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which components are responsible for controlling light intensity in a brightfield microscope according to the text?

    <p>Aperture diaphragm control and substage condenser</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for resolution as mentioned in the text?

    <p>$\frac{0.5}{\lambda} d = n\sin\theta$</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the exciter filter in fluorescence microscopy?

    <p>Absorbs short-wavelength radiation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which common fluorochrome is often attached to DNA probes or antibodies that bind specific cellular components?

    <p>Fluorescein isothiocyanate (FITC)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the dichromatic mirror do in fluorescence microscopy?

    <p>Reflects short wavelengths</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In fluorescence microscopy, what type of light does the mercury arc lamp emit?

    <p>Short wavelengths</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which fluorochrome is commonly used for staining DNA in microscopy?

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

    What is the main characteristic of green fluorescent protein mentioned in the text?

    <p>Attaches to antibodies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it mentioned in the text that most things observed are 3D, not flat, in microscopy?

    <p>To highlight the importance of DIC microscopy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary advantage of dark-field microscopy?

    <p>Allows observation of live unstained specimens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In phase-contrast microscopy, how do deviated and undeviated rays interact to produce contrast?

    <p>They cancel each other out</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of Abbe condenser in microscopy?

    <p>Enhances resolution by focusing light onto the specimen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which feature distinguishes dark-field microscopy from other optical microscopy techniques?

    <p>Use of a specialized dark-field stop</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of differential interference contrast (DIC) microscopy in microbiology?

    <p>Provides 3D visualization of live biological samples</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do phase plates contribute to the functionality of phase-contrast microscopes?

    <p>Enhance contrast by manipulating light phases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main advantage of phase contrast microscopy over bright-field microscopy?

    <p>Ability to observe live unstained specimens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of microscope has a higher practical magnification, light or transmission electron?

    <p>Transmission Electron Microscope</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main source of contrast in a Transmission Electron Microscope?

    <p>Scattering of electrons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the focusing mechanism different between a Light Microscope and a Transmission Electron Microscope?

    <p>Adjust lens position mechanically</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the resolution limit of a human eye in terms of micrometers?

    <p>$0.2$ $ ext{μm}$</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is commonly used as the specimen mount in a Light Microscope?

    <p>Glass slide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which type of microscope is the medium of travel air?

    <p>Light Microscope</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes the type of lens used in a Transmission Electron Microscope from that used in a Light Microscope?

    <p>Glass lens vs. Electromagnet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor determines the best resolution between a Light Microscope and a Transmission Electron Microscope?

    <p>Type of lens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the method of changing magnification in a Transmission Electron Microscope?

    <p>Adjust current to the magnetic lens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the bacterial cell wall in resisting osmotic forces?

    <p>Maintaining cell shape</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure is a component of peptidoglycan in the bacterial cell wall?

    <p>N-acetylmuramic acid (NAM)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of Lipid A in the gram-negative bacterial cell wall?

    <p>Embedded in the outer membrane</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes gram-negative cell walls from gram-positive cell walls?

    <p>Outer membrane structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who developed the staining technique that differentiates between gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria?

    <p>Hans Christian Gram</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the outcome when a bacterial cell is stained with crystal violet under the Gram staining technique?

    <p>'All cells remain purple.'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the Gram staining process acts as a mordant to keep cells purple?

    <p>'Slide being flooded with iodine'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of binary fission in bacteria?

    <p>Formation of two daughter cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under a microscope, which bacteria appear as spiraled rods?

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

    What is the morphology of coccobacilli under a microscope?

    <p>Intermediate between cocci and bacilli</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which bacterial structure is responsible for the replication process in binary fission?

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

    What is the typical shape of spirilla under a microscope?

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

    Which type of bacteria resembles both cocci and bacilli under a microscope?

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

    What is the primary mode of reproduction for bacteria discussed in the text?

    <p>Binary fission</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which bacterium appears as slightly elongated cocci under a microscope?

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

    In bacterial reproduction through budding, what is the role of the young bud?

    <p>To move the original bacterial chromosome into the daughter cell</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which external structure of a bacterial cell is responsible for chemotaxis and phototaxis?

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

    What is the function of Pili in bacterial cells?

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

    Regarding flagellated bacteria, what does 'Peritrichous' refer to?

    <p>Multiple flagella located all over the cell surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary structural component of the bacterial cell wall?

    <p>Peptidoglycan layer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do fimbriae play in bacterial cells?

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

    Which common method of bacterial reproduction involves the formation of spores?

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

    In bacterial arrangement, what does 'COCCI' refer to?

    <p>'Berry'-shaped bacteria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the decolourizing agent in the Gram stain technique?

    <p>To break down the thick cell wall of Gram-negative cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the counterstain in the Gram stain technique?

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

    Why does the Gram stain fail to identify Mycobacterium and Nocardia bacteria?

    <p>Due to their waxy cell walls that reject crystal violet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is deposited between the membranes during the formation of an endospore?

    <p>Cortex of calcium and dipicolinic acid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which bacterial genera are known to produce endospores?

    <p>Bacillus and Clostridium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main content of bacterial cytosol according to the text?

    <p>Proteins (enzymes)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of bacteria are characterized by being acid-fast in staining techniques?

    <p>Bacteria with waxy cell walls</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component provides contrast to the primary stain in acid-fast staining techniques?

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

    What is the function of polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB) inclusion bodies in some bacteria?

    <p>Energy storage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the spore coat play in the formation of endospores in bacteria?

    <p>Protection against dehydration and chemicals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of microorganism would likely thrive in an environment with a NaCl concentration of 10^-7M?

    <p>Staphylococcus aureus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which pH range would Acidophiles be most likely to thrive?

    <p>0.0-5.5</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the NaCl concentration of human blood, making it suitable for which type of microorganism?

    <p>10^-8M</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which microorganism listed is most likely to thrive in an Alkaline pH environment?

    <p>Ferroplasma spp.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what NaCl concentration would Extreme Halophiles typically thrive?

    <p>10^-1M</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which microorganism is most likely to be found thriving in an environment with a pH of 2?

    <p>Lemon juice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which type of environment would Bacillus alcalophilus thrive based on the given data?

    <p>$10^{-14}$ M NaCl</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of bacteria requires oxygen levels of 2% to 10% for growth?

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

    What type of bacteria does not use aerobic metabolism but tolerates oxygen?

    <p>Aerotolerant anaerobes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which enzyme content is found in obligate anaerobes according to the text?

    <ul> <li>SOD - Catalase</li> </ul> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the basis of all solid media used for culturing microorganisms?

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

    In which type of media is the exact chemical composition known but is difficult to prepare?

    <p>Synthetic media</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which microbial communities have synergistic relationships among numerous microorganisms attached to surfaces?

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

    What is the sample you are trying to grow called in microbiology?

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

    What differentiates defined (synthetic) media from complex media used in microbiology?

    <p>'Exact chemical composition known' versus 'difficult to prepare'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method is used to obtain a true aseptic collection of urine?

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

    What is the key characteristic of a pure culture?

    <p>Genetically identical</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which method are cells retained by a membrane filter while measuring population size?

    <p>Membrane Transfer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which technique dilutes the inoculum across the surface of an agar plate to isolate organisms into a pure culture?

    <p>Streak Plate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of streaking in successive areas of the plate during the Streak Plate technique?

    <p>To deposit only one bacterial cell every few millimeters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method is suitable for measuring population size in large populations?

    <p>Serial Dilutions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key feature of a population that makes turbidity measurement appropriate for estimating its size?

    <p>'Large Population' characteristic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'The key - all cells in pure culture are genetically identical.' Why is this statement crucial in microbiology?

    <p>'Pure Cultures' simplify genetic studies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes SELECTIVE MEDIA from DIFFERENTIAL MEDIA?

    <p>Selective media favor the growth of specific microorganisms, while differential media help differentiate among different bacteria.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of adding Eosin, Methylene Blue, and Bile Salts to SELECTIVE MEDIA?

    <p>To kill gram-positive bacteria while being harmless to gram-negative bacteria.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of pH 7.3 for bacterial colonies?

    <p>It is ideal for differentiating among different types of bacteria.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are Bile Salts added to some selective media?

    <p>To selectively kill gram-negative bacteria.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do DIFFERENTIAL MEDIA aid in distinguishing between bacterial colonies?

    <p>Through changes in the appearance of colonies or the medium itself.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Gamma-hemolysis refers to:

    <p><strong>No hemolysis</strong> occurring on blood agar.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Carbohydrate utilization tubes containing different carbohydrates and pH indicators are examples of:

    <p><strong>Differential Media</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

    NaCl is increased in some media to encourage the growth of:

    <p><strong>Halophiles</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main contribution of Fransisco Redi to the theory of abiogenesis?

    <p>Demonstrating the presence of a 'life force' causing inanimate matter to come to life.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was John Needham's reasoning behind supporting spontaneous generation?

    <p>Heated vials sufficiently to kill everything.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of Pasteur's swan-necked flask experiment regarding the microbes in the liquid?

    <p>Infusion remained sterile indefinitely.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Pasteur's experiment with grape juice fermentation, what led him to conclude that microbes in the liquid came from the air?

    <p>Observation that infusion remains sterile indefinitely.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes the fermentation of grape juice according to Pasteur's experiment?

    <p>Yeasts fermenting grape juice into alcohol.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the purpose of sealing the flask on Day 2 in Pasteur's grape juice fermentation experiment?

    <p>To inoculate the juice with bacteria.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on the text, what was the main conclusion drawn by Pasteur regarding the origin of microbes in liquids?

    <p>'Life force' is not required for life as microbes originate from dust particles in the air.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the key observation leading Pasteur to conclude that sterilized grape juice remained sterile indefinitely?

    <p>'Life force' present in inanimate matter.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What contribution is attributed to Robert Koch based on the text?

    <p>First photomicrograph of bacteria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Pasteur contribute to microbiology according to the text?

    <p>Developing pasteurization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement correctly reflects Pasteur's 1857 hypothesis?

    <p>Germ theory of disease states microorganisms are responsible for diseases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Pasteurization aim to achieve based on the text?

    <p>Heat grape juice to destroy microbes while preserving its quality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of Koch's Postulates as mentioned in the text?

    <p>To identify and isolate disease-causing agents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what process does Pasteurization use heat according to the text?

    <p>To kill most bacteria without affecting juice quality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes Pasteur's modern-day fermentation experiment from his earlier versions mentioned in the text?

    <p>'Bacteria ferment grape juice into acids' hypothesis modification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Robert Koch contribute to microbiology based on the text?

    <p>'Simple staining techniques' development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who introduced antiseptic techniques into nursing practices during the Crimean War?

    <p>Florence Nightingale</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which individual successfully correlated cholera propagation with poor water sanitation?

    <p>John Snow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the common practice in the 1720s related to smallpox prevention?

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

    Which individual hypothesized that cadaver particles in medical students were causing deaths from puerperal fever?

    <p>Ignaz Semmelweis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Joseph Lister known for introducing in the 1850s to surgical theatres?

    <p>Antiseptic technique</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which individual conducted detailed statistical studies connecting poor hospital conditions to soldier deaths?

    <p>Florence Nightingale</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of Variolation as a smallpox prevention method in the 1720s?

    <p>~2% mortality rate for Variolated patients</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What major branches of microbiology emerged due to John Snow's work on cholera?

    <p>Infection control and Epidemiology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes Archaea from Bacteria based on the text?

    <p>Type of cell wall</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group of microorganisms is NOT included in the 7 key groups mentioned in the text?

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

    Why are some species of Bacteria harmful to humans according to the text?

    <p>Peptidoglycan cell wall composition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common mode of reproduction for Protozoa as discussed in the text?

    <p>Asexual reproduction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of small multicellular animals among microorganisms?

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

    What is the primary component of Viroids as described in the text?

    <p>RNA enclosed in a protein shell</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What differentiates Viruses from other microorganisms mentioned in the text?

    <p>Protein and nucleic acid composition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating resolution as mentioned in the text?

    <p>0.5 λ / NA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of objective lens has the highest approximate resolving power with light of 450 nm (blue light) according to the text?

    <p>Oil Immersion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on the text, what is the approximate focal length of a High Power objective lens?

    <p>1.8-2.0 mm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the substage condenser in a brightfield microscope according to the text?

    <p>Enhance resolution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor determines the working distance of an objective lens as stated in the text?

    <p>Slide thickness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which unit of measurement is used to represent a nanometer according to the provided table?

    <p>&quot;m&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Abbé Equation relate to as discussed in the text?

    <p>Resolving power of a lens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the Abbe condenser in dark-field microscopy?

    <p>To enhance contrast by blocking direct light from reaching the objective lens.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In phase contrast microscopy, what part of the bacterium causes a deviation in light?

    <p>Phase plate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does a phase plate have on deviated and undeviated rays in phase contrast microscopy?

    <p>They cancel each other out to create contrast.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of DIC (Differential Interference Contrast) microscopy in microbiology?

    <p>It provides 3D-like images without staining.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic distinguishes dark-field microscopy from phase contrast microscopy?

    <p>Illumination of the sample from the sides</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the dark-field stop play in dark-field microscopy?

    <p>To restrict direct light from entering the objective lens.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a dampened wave crest signify in phase contrast microscopy?

    <p>Cancellation of deviated and undeviated rays</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the dichromatic mirror in fluorescence microscopy?

    <p>Reflects long wavelengths and transmits short wavelengths</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which fluorochrome is often attached to DNA probes or antibodies that bind specific cellular components in fluorescence microscopy?

    <p>Fluorescein isothiocyanate (FITC)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between DIC microscopy and fluorescence microscopy?

    <p>DIC microscopy enhances contrast through interference, while fluorescence microscopy labels specific cellular components.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are exciter and barrier filters essential in fluorescence microscopy?

    <p>To ensure only desired wavelengths reach the specimen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of fluorochrome-stained specimens in fluorescence microscopy?

    <p>To label specific cellular components for visualization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes the role of the condenser lens in light microscopy?

    <p>Focuses light onto the specimen to improve resolution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In fluorescence microscopy, what is the function of the mercury arc lamp?

    <p>To generate short-wavelength light for excitation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key difference in the focusing mechanism between Light Microscopes and Transmission Electron Microscopes?

    <p>Adjust lens position mechanically vs. adjust current to the magnetic lens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of microscope has a higher practical magnification, Light Microscope or Transmission Electron Microscope?

    <p>Transmission Electron Microscope</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary source of radiation in a Light Microscope?

    <p>Visible light</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of lens is used in a Transmission Electron Microscope for focusing the electron beam?

    <p>Objective lens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the medium of travel for electrons in a Transmission Electron Microscope?

    <p>High vacuum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do Light Microscopes and Transmission Electron Microscopes differ in terms of resolution?

    <p>$0.2 \mu m$ vs. $0.2 \text{ nm}$</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Z stacks' are a result of which technique mentioned in the text?

    <p>Confocal Scanning Laser Microscopy (CSLM)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Differential light absorption' is associated with which type of microscope according to the text?

    <p>Light Microscope</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Metal grid' is commonly used as a specimen mount in which type of microscope?

    <p>&quot;Transmission Electron Microscope&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for bacteria that can change shape but do not have a defined form?

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

    During binary fission in bacteria, what happens after chromosome replication finishes?

    <p>Daughter cells separate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of bacteria appear as spiral-shaped under a microscope?

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

    What is the term for bacteria that are rod-shaped under a microscope?

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

    In binary fission, what occurs after replication begins in bacteria?

    <p>Chromosome replication starts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of bacteria are spherical in shape under a microscope?

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

    What is the term for bacteria that are short rods under a microscope?

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

    What is the primary function of Pili in bacterial cells?

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

    In bacterial reproduction by budding, what is the role of the young bud?

    <p>To house the daughter DNA molecule</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which external structure of a bacterial cell is responsible for forming a tuft of polar flagella?

    <p>Peritrichous flagellum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process by which flagellated bacteria exhibit a biased random walk through chemotaxis?

    <p>Run and tumble</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of fimbriae in bacterial cells?

    <p>Attachment to surfaces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the arrangement of bacteria in cocci signify?

    <p>A spherical structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure is associated with glycolcalyx in bacterial cells?

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

    What is the function of the origin of replication in E.coli cells?

    <p>Replication of DNA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the bacterial cell wall?

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

    Which component is NOT typically found in the structure of peptidoglycan in bacterial cell walls?

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

    What distinguishes Gram-negative cell walls from Gram-positive cell walls?

    <p>Presence of a periplasmic space</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Gram stain in microbiology?

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

    In the Gram stain process, what is the function of the iodine solution?

    <p>Act as a mordant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key component of Gram-negative cell walls that contributes to pathogenicity?

    <p>Lipid A</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scientist developed the Gram stain, a widely used staining technique in microbiology?

    <p>Hans Christian Gram</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What structural feature of Gram-negative cell walls aids in attachment to other bacteria or cells?

    <p>'O side chain' of lipopolysaccharide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to Gram-negative cells during the Gram staining process described in the text?

    <p>They become colorless</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the decolourizing agent in the Gram staining process?

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    What is the result of the Ziehl-Neelsen acid-fast staining technique on acid-fast bacteria?

    <p>They appear red/pink</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is deposited between the membranes of an endospore during its maturation process?

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    Which bacterial components are described as liquid contents that include ions, carbs, proteins, lipids, and waste products?

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    Which bacterial structures have very waxy cell walls that reject crystal violet in the Gram stain?

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    What is the role of the counterstain in the Gram staining process?

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    What bacterial components are known for being resistant to heat and chemicals due to an unknown process?

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    Which bacterial structures align DNA along the cell's long axis?

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    What is the primary purpose of determining the generation time in microbial growth studies?

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    In the context of microbiology, what does the long-term stationary phase typically indicate?

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    What does the term 'lag phase' in microbial growth refer to?

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    Which factor is crucial in determining the exponential growth of a microbial population?

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    What role does 'log10 number of viable cells' play in understanding microbial growth?

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    In which range of NaCl concentration (M) would you expect to find a moderate halophile?

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    How does the death phase affect the availability of nutrients for remaining microbial cells?

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    Which pH range would be most suitable for the growth of Acidophiles?

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    Which of the following environments would be conducive to the growth of Sulfolobus acidocaldarius?

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    How does the concept of 'Mathematics of Growth' aid in understanding microbial populations?

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    Where would you likely find Microcystis aeruginosa based on the pH conditions mentioned?

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    At what approximate pH would you expect to find Nitrosomonas species based on the provided data?

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    Which bacterium is likely to be found in seawater according to the text?

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    'Physarum polycephalum' is likely to thrive in which environment based on the given pH conditions?

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    'Cyandidium caldarium' and 'Thiobacillus thiooxidans' are both likely to be found in which type of environment?

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    What is the purpose of using a Durham tube in anaerobic culture?

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    Which optical property relates to the transparency of microorganisms?

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    What type of agar is MacConkey agar and what does it do?

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    What clinical sampling method involves fine needle aspiration from a vein?

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    Which shape is NOT used in identifying microorganisms based on their solid culture appearance?

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    What does the methylene blue serve as in anaerobic cultures?

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    What is the primary function of Palladium pellets in an anaerobic chamber?

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    What is the significance of using MacConkey agar for bacterial culture?

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    At what temperature range does Bɑcillus psychrophilus exhibit its minimum growth rate?

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    What is the optimum temperature range for Chlɑmydomonɑs nivɑlis?

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    Which microorganism shows a temperature range of 25-32°C for its optimum growth rate?

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    What is the maximum temperature range for Pyrolobus fumɑrii's growth?

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    What type of microorganism is Amoebɑ proteus based on its growth temperature ranges?

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    Which bacteria would most likely be characterized as a mesophile based on its optimum growth rate?

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    What distinguishes Psychrophiles from Psychrotolerants based on their temperature preferences?

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    Study Notes

    Cellular Structures and Nutrition

    • Methanogens differ from eukaryotes primarily in their cellular structure; they lack a membrane-bound nucleus.
    • Prokaryotes, such as bacteria, have circular DNA located in the cytoplasm, while eukaryotes possess linear DNA contained within a nucleus.
    • Fungi, characterized by being absorptive heterotrophs, have cell walls made of chitin.
    • Protozoans are distinguished from other single-celled eukaryotes by their animal-like characteristics, such as motility and heterotrophic feeding methods.
    • Algae are unique among photosynthetic autotrophs due to their ability to thrive in various aquatic environments.

    Animal Nutrition

    • Animals are classified as ingestive heterotrophs, consuming other organisms for nutrients.

    Microbial Contributions and Discoveries

    • Non-parasitic protozoans do not cause diseases in humans.
    • 'Red Tide' is associated with harmful algal blooms, particularly dinoflagellates.
    • Pasteur's final contribution was the development of the germ theory of disease.
    • Pasteur proposed that microorganisms are the cause of fermentation and spoilage in food.

    Contributions of Robert Koch

    • Koch pioneered methods to identify specific pathogens responsible for diseases.
    • Koch's postulates serve as a framework to establish a causative relationship between a microorganism and a disease.
    • Pasteur worked on pasteurization to eliminate pathogens in perishable products, significantly improving food safety.

    Fermentation Studies

    • Yeasts play a pivotal role in grape juice fermentation, converting sugars into alcohol.
    • Pasteur suggested bacteria were responsible for spoilage in grape juice during fermentation.
    • Koch's focus was on studying specific infectious diseases and their causative agents.

    Historical Experiments in Microbiology

    • Needham's 1750 experiment aimed to demonstrate the potential for life arising from inanimate matter.
    • Pasteur's Swan-Necked Flask Experiment showed that microorganisms do not spontaneously arise in sterile environments.
    • Redi's experiments in 1668 questioned spontaneous generation, demonstrating that maggots come from flies rather than non-living matter.

    Medical Advancements

    • Joseph Lister introduced antiseptic techniques in surgeries to reduce infection rates in the 1850s.
    • Chlorinated lime handwashing reduced mortality rates in patients during the Crimean War.
    • Observations showed a higher mortality rate in women giving birth in hospitals due to unsanitary conditions.

    Microscopy Insights

    • The resolving power of the high power objective lens is approximately 200 nm.
    • The light microscope's working distance is about 0.2 mm, contrasting with 0.1 mm in oil-immersion lenses.
    • 1 nanometer equals 1 x 10^-9 meters.
    • Resolution increases from low power to oil immersion objective lenses; the refractive index of oil aids in better visibility.
    • The exciter filter in fluorescence microscopy allows specific wavelengths to pass, exciting fluorochromes bound to cellular components.

    Advanced Microscopy Techniques

    • The dichromatic mirror directs specific light wavelengths in fluorescence microscopy.
    • Mercury arc lamps emit intense light critical for exciting fluorochromes during fluorescent imaging.
    • Green fluorescent protein provides a fluorescent marker in molecular biology studies.

    Specialization in Microscopy

    • Dark-field microscopy enhances contrast by using light scattered by specimens.
    • Phase-contrast microscopy utilizes deviated light to create visual contrast, improving observation of live samples.
    • The Abbe condenser optimizes light focusing, while differential interference contrast microscopy provides 3D-like images.

    Bacterial Structure and Function

    • Bacterial cell walls contain peptidoglycan, providing structural integrity and resisting osmotic pressure.
    • Gram-negative bacteria possess an outer membrane with Lipid A, while Gram-positive bacteria have thicker peptidoglycan layers.
    • Gram staining, developed for bacterial differentiation, involves a mordant to fix the crystal violet stain.

    Bacterial Reproduction and Morphology

    • Binary fission is the primary reproduction method in bacteria, resulting in two identical cells.
    • Morphologies include spirilla (spiraled rods) and coccobacilli (short rods).
    • Young buds in budding reproduction serve as a future cell, drawing nutrients and replicating genetic material.

    Environmental Adaptations of Microorganisms

    • Salt-concentrated environments favor halophiles, while acidophiles thrive in low pH conditions.
    • Human blood has a NaCl concentration suitable for osmophilic microorganisms.
    • Extreme halophiles thrive in NaCl concentrations greater than 10%.

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