Viruses and Bacteria Flashcards
1
Q
Pili
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Used to attach to other bacteria and surfaces and also for protection from phagocytes [cells that can engulf bacteria].
2
Q
Flagella
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Used for movement [swimming motion].
3
Q
Bacilli
A
Rod shaped bacteria
Example: Bacillus anthracis [anthrax]
4
Q
Cocci
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Spherical shaped bacteria
Example: Streptococcus pneumoniae [pneumonia]
5
Q
Spirilli
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Spiral shaped bacteria
Example: Borrelia burgdorferi [Lyme disease]
