MICROBIOLOGY EXAM 1 Flashcards
1
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living substance in cell
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cytoplasm
2
Q
located on outside of certain bacteria protects cell from phagocytosis, thus enhancing virulence of MO
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capsule (slime layer)
3
Q
best means of protection any MO can possess; NOT a means of reproduction; only 1 per cell, when formed
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Endospore
4
Q
cell ingestion
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Phagocytosis
5
Q
likelihood of an organism will cause infection in man
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virulence
6
Q
thinner, inner layer; controls entry and exit into bacteria
A
cell membrane