Slide - Smith Lab
... • Brauler et al, 2007, showed that SP-A and SP-D were found in human tears and were induced by HSV-1 and Staphylococcus aureus ...
... • Brauler et al, 2007, showed that SP-A and SP-D were found in human tears and were induced by HSV-1 and Staphylococcus aureus ...
Microbiology: A Systems Approach, 2nd ed.
... The endotoxin is the lipopolysaccharide (LPS), which is part of the bacterial cell wall of Gram-negative bacteria. It is the Lipid A component of the LPS that has the toxic properties. The LPS is a very potent antigen and, as a result, stimulates an intense host immune response. As part of this imm ...
... The endotoxin is the lipopolysaccharide (LPS), which is part of the bacterial cell wall of Gram-negative bacteria. It is the Lipid A component of the LPS that has the toxic properties. The LPS is a very potent antigen and, as a result, stimulates an intense host immune response. As part of this imm ...
Wanganui High School
... Virus - Reproduction Virus attaches to host cell & injects its DNA Takes over host cell genetic material and cell machinery - instruct cell to make copies of viral DNA, new protein coats & to assemble new ...
... Virus - Reproduction Virus attaches to host cell & injects its DNA Takes over host cell genetic material and cell machinery - instruct cell to make copies of viral DNA, new protein coats & to assemble new ...
Rare Biosphere - Census of Marine Life Secretariat
... •Does membership in the Rare Biosphere shift across different spatial/temporal scales? •What mechanisms determine membership in the Rare Biosphere? •Why is there a rare biosphere? •Do microbes in the rare biosphere compete for niche space? •Is the rare biosphere a nearly unlimited source of genetic ...
... •Does membership in the Rare Biosphere shift across different spatial/temporal scales? •What mechanisms determine membership in the Rare Biosphere? •Why is there a rare biosphere? •Do microbes in the rare biosphere compete for niche space? •Is the rare biosphere a nearly unlimited source of genetic ...
Helpful Bacteria Reading
... Presence: Bifidobacteria are present in the gastrointestinal tract of humans. Benefit: Similar to lactobacilli these are also known for lactic acid production. In addition, it also produces acetic acid. This inhibits the growth of pathogenic bacteria by controlling pH levels in the intestines. B. lo ...
... Presence: Bifidobacteria are present in the gastrointestinal tract of humans. Benefit: Similar to lactobacilli these are also known for lactic acid production. In addition, it also produces acetic acid. This inhibits the growth of pathogenic bacteria by controlling pH levels in the intestines. B. lo ...
Ch. 19 Bacteria and Viruses
... • The word virus is derived from the Latin word for poison • Viruses: particles of nucleic acids, proteins and in some cases, lipids • Viruses are NON-LIVING, but they do reproduce. • Viruses can reproduce only by infecting living cells and once inside, they use the machinery of the infected cell to ...
... • The word virus is derived from the Latin word for poison • Viruses: particles of nucleic acids, proteins and in some cases, lipids • Viruses are NON-LIVING, but they do reproduce. • Viruses can reproduce only by infecting living cells and once inside, they use the machinery of the infected cell to ...
Classification - NUAMESBiology
... • Different organisms come in all sorts of shapes, sizes and colors, with each one having a unique form. ...
... • Different organisms come in all sorts of shapes, sizes and colors, with each one having a unique form. ...
3.1 Bacteria and Viruses
... Prokaryotic cells contain pili, a cell wall, capsule, and ribosomes, but no membrane-bound nucleus. • Prokaryotes are classified into two domains, Bacteria and Archaea. • Viruses are sometimes discussed in this category since they are neither prokaryotic nor eukaryotic, but more closely resemble pro ...
... Prokaryotic cells contain pili, a cell wall, capsule, and ribosomes, but no membrane-bound nucleus. • Prokaryotes are classified into two domains, Bacteria and Archaea. • Viruses are sometimes discussed in this category since they are neither prokaryotic nor eukaryotic, but more closely resemble pro ...
Diversity Lab Presentation
... Mushrooms, molds, and other types of fungi are the most abundant saprophytes. Certain types of bacteria, some seed plants, and some orchids are also saprophytes. Saprophytes produce enzymes that break down organic matter into absorbable nutrients. Most saprophytic seed plants derive their food in co ...
... Mushrooms, molds, and other types of fungi are the most abundant saprophytes. Certain types of bacteria, some seed plants, and some orchids are also saprophytes. Saprophytes produce enzymes that break down organic matter into absorbable nutrients. Most saprophytic seed plants derive their food in co ...
Bacteria: Part II
... peptidoglycan and have DNA segments similar to those found in Eukaryotic cells (introns). They have unusual lipids in their cell membranes. They can be found in extreme environments--although their is evidence that they may occur in less severe conditions. ...
... peptidoglycan and have DNA segments similar to those found in Eukaryotic cells (introns). They have unusual lipids in their cell membranes. They can be found in extreme environments--although their is evidence that they may occur in less severe conditions. ...
(e) 4.1 Nitrobacteriaceae – 4.2 Pseudomonads
... coccoid (Nitrobacter), some are slender rods (Nitrospina), cocci (Nitrococcus) or spiral to comma-shaped (Nitrosipra) They may be motile. They are characterised by their ability to use nitrite as the only energy. They are facultative or obligate lithoautotrophs. They fix CO2 autotrophically through ...
... coccoid (Nitrobacter), some are slender rods (Nitrospina), cocci (Nitrococcus) or spiral to comma-shaped (Nitrosipra) They may be motile. They are characterised by their ability to use nitrite as the only energy. They are facultative or obligate lithoautotrophs. They fix CO2 autotrophically through ...
Trophic levels and the microbial loop in aquatic ecosystems
... habitats. Nutrient-poor (oligotrophic, A) lakes recycle nutrients only within the water whereas nutrient-rich (eutrophic, B) lakes have major nutrient inputs from outside. Oligotrophic lakes are typically O2-saturated and have low microbial populations. Eutrophic lakes develop high microbial populat ...
... habitats. Nutrient-poor (oligotrophic, A) lakes recycle nutrients only within the water whereas nutrient-rich (eutrophic, B) lakes have major nutrient inputs from outside. Oligotrophic lakes are typically O2-saturated and have low microbial populations. Eutrophic lakes develop high microbial populat ...
90927 Demonstrate understanding of biological ideas relating to
... Both the bacteria and fungi were able to use extracellular digestion to digest food by secreting enzymes from their cell walls. This gave them the energy needed to reproduce. Fungi look fuzzy as they have sporangia / hyphae above the agar and bacteria look smooth as they have a slime capsule. Fungi ...
... Both the bacteria and fungi were able to use extracellular digestion to digest food by secreting enzymes from their cell walls. This gave them the energy needed to reproduce. Fungi look fuzzy as they have sporangia / hyphae above the agar and bacteria look smooth as they have a slime capsule. Fungi ...
unit 4 bacteria
... • Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infection is caused by a strain of staph bacteria that's become resistant to the antibiotics commonly used to treat ordinary staph infections. • Two types: healthcare HA-MRSA and community CA-MRSA. • (CA-MRSA), often begins as a painful skin boil. ...
... • Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infection is caused by a strain of staph bacteria that's become resistant to the antibiotics commonly used to treat ordinary staph infections. • Two types: healthcare HA-MRSA and community CA-MRSA. • (CA-MRSA), often begins as a painful skin boil. ...
12.1 Identifying the Substance of Genes
... Bacterial Viruses A bacteriophage is a kind of virus that infects bacteria. When a bacteriophage enters a bacterium, it attaches to the surface of the bacterial cell and injects its genetic material into it. ▶ In 1952, Alfred Hershey and Martha Chase used radioactive tracers to label proteins and DN ...
... Bacterial Viruses A bacteriophage is a kind of virus that infects bacteria. When a bacteriophage enters a bacterium, it attaches to the surface of the bacterial cell and injects its genetic material into it. ▶ In 1952, Alfred Hershey and Martha Chase used radioactive tracers to label proteins and DN ...
Chapter 7 Elements of Microbial Nutrition, Ecology and Growth
... 26) Which stage has the fastest-growing bacteria? 27) Why do cultures move from log phase to stationary phase? ...
... 26) Which stage has the fastest-growing bacteria? 27) Why do cultures move from log phase to stationary phase? ...
Marine Biome - hrsbstaff.ednet.ns.ca
... occasional bioluminescent organism • no living plants, and most animals survive by consuming the snow of detritus falling from the zones above or by preying upon others • average temperature is about 4°C • larger by volume than the euphotic zone ...
... occasional bioluminescent organism • no living plants, and most animals survive by consuming the snow of detritus falling from the zones above or by preying upon others • average temperature is about 4°C • larger by volume than the euphotic zone ...
Reading Guide for Week 3
... time? Be able to use the formula on p. 83 to calculate the number of cells in a population after a given amount of time. 2. (4.2 - Biofilms are hugely important, but you’ll learn about them when we talk about antibiotic resistance in our next unit!) 3. What is the definition of a pure culture? What ...
... time? Be able to use the formula on p. 83 to calculate the number of cells in a population after a given amount of time. 2. (4.2 - Biofilms are hugely important, but you’ll learn about them when we talk about antibiotic resistance in our next unit!) 3. What is the definition of a pure culture? What ...
History and Scope reading - Anoka
... products derived from bacteria affect the human society in numerous ways. Their activities are of enormous importance and some are beneficial while others are harmful. The study of bacteria is known as Bacteriology. Viruses are ultra-microscopic, noncellular obligate parasites of plants, animals and ...
... products derived from bacteria affect the human society in numerous ways. Their activities are of enormous importance and some are beneficial while others are harmful. The study of bacteria is known as Bacteriology. Viruses are ultra-microscopic, noncellular obligate parasites of plants, animals and ...
microbial growth requirements
... The known record for bacterial growth at high temperatures is about 110 degrees C near deepocean hydrothermal vents. Optimal growth temperature; temperature at which the species grows best. Most mesophilic organisms have an optimal growth temperature of approx. 37 degrees C. This means that most hum ...
... The known record for bacterial growth at high temperatures is about 110 degrees C near deepocean hydrothermal vents. Optimal growth temperature; temperature at which the species grows best. Most mesophilic organisms have an optimal growth temperature of approx. 37 degrees C. This means that most hum ...