Yeast, Bacteria & Viruses Flashcards
What is the best-known fungus?
Yeast
Where is yeast used?
Yeast is used in the baking and brewing industries.
How are fungi used in the food industry?
Fungi are used to make products like blue cheese and green beer.
What is the structure of a virus?
A virus has a head capsule containing DNA, a long tail, and an end plate.
What diseases are caused by viruses?
Viruses cause flu, chickenpox, mumps, and AIDS.
Why can’t you become immune to the flu?
Flu viruses can change into many forms, preventing immunity.
How are viruses used in genetic engineering?
Viruses are used to alter DNA or change genes
What is the shape of bacilli?
Rod shaped
What is the shape of spirochetes?
Spiral shaped
What special feature do some spirochetes have?
Some spirochetes have a long filament called flagella.
What does the flagella allow them to do?
Allows them to move