August 21 Flashcards
1
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Microbiology
A
the study of microbes
2
Q
Two main themes
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- Life processes
- Affects on humans
3
Q
Characteristics of Living Things
A
- Metabolism
- Regeneration (repair and replace parts)
- Reproduction (microbial growth)
- Differentiation (produce new structures/ substances)
- Communication
- Movement
- Evolution
4
Q
Microbial population
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Groups of the same species
5
Q
Microbial community
A
multiple species
6
Q
Microbial ecology
A
Microbes in their habitat
7
Q
Microbial abundance
A
controlled by resources, nutrients, abiotic (pH, pressure, temp, O2 levels)
