Bacteriologie Génerale Flashcards
What is the cell wall of bacteria made of?
Peptidoglycan
True or False: Bacteria have a nucleus.
False
What is the shape of a coccus bacterium?
Round
Which structure of bacteria protects it from harsh environmental conditions?
Spore
What is the function of pili in bacteria?
Attachment to surfaces
Fill in the blank: Bacteria reproduce through ________.
Binary fission
What is the outermost layer of some bacteria that can protect them from phagocytosis?
Capsule
Which part of bacteria contains the genetic material?
Nucleoid
What is the function of flagella in bacteria?
Movement
True or False: Bacteria can be classified based on their shape.
True
What is the function of the cell membrane in bacteria?
Regulates what enters and exits the cell
Fill in the blank: Bacteria are prokaryotic organisms, meaning they lack a ________.
Nucleus
What is the main function of the cytoplasm in bacteria?
Contains enzymes for metabolic reactions
Which structure in bacteria is involved in DNA transfer between cells?
Pilus
True or False: Bacteria can form biofilms to protect themselves.
True