Microorganisms Flashcards

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simple, one-celled,multiplies rapidly,sorted by shape and arrangement.

A

Bacteria

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One-celled, animal like organism, found in decayed materials,and contaminated water,may have flagella for movement.

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Protozoa

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3
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Simple,plant organisms,lives on organic matter Ex.Mold

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Fungi

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4
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parasitic, microorganisms don’t live outside the cells of another living organism.

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Rickettsiae

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5
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Multicellular parasites also known as worms or flukes.

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Helminths

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smallest microorganisms, Must be inside, another organisms, cell to reproduce.

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viruses

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7
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part of normal flora of the body, and are beneficial in maintaining certain body processes.

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nonpathogenic

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8
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cause infection and disease.

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pathogenic

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9
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Can they both be harmful and beneficial

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Microorganisms may be beneficial in one body system, but pathogenic in another.

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10
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What are the most 4 things they need

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Most microorganisms prefer a warm environment,darkness,food and moisture.

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