Bacteria vs. Virus

Bacteria vs. Virus

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Science

8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a bacterium?

Back

A bacterium is a single-celled organism that is living, can reproduce by splitting, and can be treated with antibiotics.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do bacteria reproduce?

Back

Bacteria reproduce by a process called binary fission, where one cell splits into two identical cells.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Can both bacteria and viruses infect organisms?

Back

Yes, both bacteria and viruses can infect living organisms.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a virus?

Back

A virus is a microscopic infectious agent that is not made of cells and cannot reproduce on its own.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do viruses reproduce?

Back

Viruses need a host cell to reproduce; they invade a host cell and use its machinery to make copies of themselves.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the main difference between bacteria and viruses?

Back

Bacteria are living organisms that can reproduce independently, while viruses are not living and require a host to reproduce.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Can antibiotics cure viral infections?

Back

No, antibiotics are effective against bacteria but do not work on viral infections.

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