Microorganisms Flashcards
1
Q
The four groups of microorganisms.
A
Viruses, Bacteria, Protists, Fungi
2
Q
The three shapes of bacteria cells.
A
Bacilli (rod), cocci (round), spirilli (spiral)
3
Q
The group of microorganisms that reproduce by using materials from infected host cells.
A
Viruses
4
Q
Amoeba, diatoms and paramecium are examples of which microbe group?
A
Protists
5
Q
Breadmould, mushrooms and yeast are examples of which microbe group?
A
Fungi
6
Q
The branching filaments that fungi produce.
A
Hyphae
7
Q
Two ways to prevent spread of disease.
A
Sterlizing water/items and washing hands properly.
8
Q
Microorganisms are used to make ……… and …………
A
food and medicines
