Colony Morphology Flashcards

1
Q

What are 5 visual characteristics used to describe bacteria?

A

1) Size
2) Form
3) Elevation
4) Margins
5) Colour

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What are 5 terms used to describe bacteria in relation to size?

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Pinpoint (<0.5mm)
Small (<1mm)
Medium (1mm)
Large (1mm<)
Motile (5mm<)

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3
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What are 4 terms used to describe bacteria in relation to form?

A

Circular
Irregular
Filamentous
Rhizoid

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4
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What are 5 terms to describe bacteria in relation to elevation?

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Raised
Convex
Flat
Umbonate
Crateriform

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5
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What are 5 terms to describe bacteria in relation to margins?

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Entire
Undulate
Filiform
Curled
Lobate

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