Human infection and response-Bacteria Flashcards
1
Q
How large is the average bacteria?
A
1-2 micrometers
2
Q
Name types of Bacteria.
A
Gonorrhoea, Impetigo, Syphillis, Tuberculosis
3
Q
What are harmful micro-organisms called?
A
Pathogens
4
Q
How do Bacteria reproduce?
A
Asexually using binary fission.
5
Q
How does Binary Fission work?
A
The cell grows larger and everything is duplicated, it then splits into two. Most bacteria divide every 20 mins.
6
Q
What are symptoms of salmonella?
A
fever, stomach cramps, vomiting and diarrhoea.
7
Q
How is salmonella spread?
A
By eating contaminated food.
8
Q
How is salmonella treated?
A
Consuming lots of liquids.
9
Q
What are symptoms of gonorrhoea?
A
Pain while urinating and green or yellow discharge from the vagina/penis.
10
Q
How is gonorrhoea spread?
A
Unprotected sex
11
Q
How is gonorrhoea treated?
A
Antibiotics or penicillin.
