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
2
Q
What are 5 terms used to describe bacteria in relation to size?
A
Pinpoint (<0.5mm)
Small (<1mm)
Medium (1mm)
Large (1mm<)
Motile (5mm<)
3
Q
What are 4 terms used to describe bacteria in relation to form?
A
Circular
Irregular
Filamentous
Rhizoid
4
Q
What are 5 terms to describe bacteria in relation to elevation?
A
Raised
Convex
Flat
Umbonate
Crateriform
5
Q
What are 5 terms to describe bacteria in relation to margins?
A
Entire
Undulate
Filiform
Curled
Lobate