Types Of Bacteria
harmless organisms that may perform useful functions.
What are nonpathogenic
round-shaped bacteria that appear singly or in groups
What is Cocci?
both capable of movement and generally and use slender, hairlike extensions
What is Flagella?
When they reach their largest size they divide into two new cells
What is Binary Fission?
bacteria are harmful microorganisms that can cause disease of infection in humans when they invade the body
What are Pathogenic?
pus-forming bacteria that grow in clusters like bunches of grapes.
What are Staphylococci?
moves in a rowing motion
What is Cilia?
When Conditions become unfavorable, bacteria either die off or
What is Inactive Stage?
used to make yogurt, cheese, and some medicines
What are nonpathogenic?
pus-forming bacteria arranged in curved lines resembling a string of beads
What is streptococci?
different bacteria move in different ways
What is Motility?
grows and reproduce
What is Active Stage?
they are subdivided into sub groups
What is Treponema Pallidum?
helps the body break down food, protect against infection and stimulate the immune system
What is nonpathogenic?
spherical bacteria the grow in pairs and cause diseases such as pneumonia
What is Diplococci?
Spiral or corkscrew-shaped bacteria
What is Spirilla?
short rod-shaped bacteria
What is Bacilli?
produced every 20 to 60 minutes, depending on the bacteria
What is Daughter Cells?