BACTERIA Flashcards
1
Q
How can spores be killed?
A
By the process of sterilization.
2
Q
What conditions are caused by bacteria?
A
Dental caries, periodontitis, meningitis, impetigo.
3
Q
What are dental caries?
A
A bacterial infection of the hard tissue, streptococcus mutants is the main bacteria causing dental caries.
4
Q
What is periodontitis?
A
A bacterial infection of the periodontium, especially with porphyromonas gingivalis.
5
Q
What is meningitis?
A
A bacterial infection of the brain coverings with meningococci.
6
Q
What is impetigo?
A
A bacterial infection that involves the superficial skin.
7
Q
How is active bacteria prevented from reproducing?
A
Bacteriostatic antibiotics.
8
Q
How does bacteria survive?
A
They survive as spores in unfavorable environments, extreme temperatures or very dry conditions.
