Structure
The largest group that makes up the Kingdom Monera.
Bacteria
The type of reproduction that does not involve another organism.
Asexual Reproduction
In the Monera Kingdom, Algae creates its own food through the process of photosynthesis.
Autotroph
Rod like shape
Bacilli
Another way of saying single cell organism.
Unicellular
The specific process when one cell separates itself into two cells.
Binary fission
In the Monera Kingdom, some bacteria eat other decomposing organisms.
Heterotrophic
Spiralla or Spirochaeta
Spirals
Are unicellular organisms with no nucleus and NOT found in plants and animals.
Prokaryotic
Some bacteria duplicates itself every ---- to ------ minutes.
20 to 40 minutes
What does Saprophytic mean?
feed on the remains of organic matter
Round
Cocci
How can bacteria be harmful?
-Can cause diseases
-contaminates food
Some scientists believe the Kingdom Monera contain the world's __________ organisms.
Oldest
Live on other organisms and gains nutrients in harmful ways
Parasitic
Vibrios
What are some of different ways bacteria can move?
Symbiotic Bacteria
form a mutual relationship that helps both organisms
How can bacteria be helpful?
-helps our bodies function
-breaks down waste
-oxygenates water and atmosphere
-makes cheese, yogurt, vinegar