Introduction to Microbiology Flashcards
What is Microbiology?
The study of small microorganisms that cannot be seen with the unaided eye
Which microbes are at the bottom of the food chain?
Marine and freshwater microbes
What do soil microbes do?
Break down waste and provide nitrogen to the soil
How do microbes in our intestines help us?
Manufacturing vitamins we need but cannot make ourselves
Microbes are used in industrial applications to produce what compounds?
Acids , alcohols, vitamins, and drugs
what is an acceptable abbreviation?
The first letter of the genus and the entire species name (accept for viruses)
What is a Prokaryote?
Organisms made up of cells that lack a cell nucleus or any membrane encased organelles
What is a Eukaryote?
Organisms made of cells that poses a membrane bound nucleus that holds genetic material as well as membrane bound organelles
