Brainscape's Knowledge GenomeTM

Browse over 1 million classes created by top students, professors, publishers, and experts.


See full index

Unit 3 microbiology > Enterobacteriaceae characteristics > Flashcards

Enterobacteriaceae characteristics Flashcards

What are the general characteristics of the Enterobacteriaceae?

You may prefer our related Brainscape-certified flashcards:
Biology 101 flashcards
1
Q

Gram stain appearance?

A

Gram-negative bacilli (rods)

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

What do enterobacteriaceae do with nitrates (NO3)?

A

Reduce to nitrite (NO2)

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q

Test for oxidase?

A

Negative

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
4
Q

Metabolism?

A

Facultative anaerobes

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
5
Q

Growth on MacConkey?

A

All show growth on MacConkey

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
6
Q

Fermentation of glucose?

A

Positive

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly

Unit 3 microbiology (11 decks)

Brainscape helps you reach your goals faster, through stronger study habits.
© 2024 Bold Learning Solutions. Terms and Conditions