Microbiology and Health Flashcard

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Why is yeast used to bake bread?

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The waste gas, CO₂, makes bread rise.

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What antibiotic inhibits cell wall formation causing water to rush in and the cell to burst?

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Penicillins.

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What is a common symptom of foodborne illness?

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Nausea and vomiting.

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What is MRSA?

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A strain of Staphylococcus aureus resistant to methicillin, usually infecting through skin contact or open wounds.

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What is yeast?

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A single-celled fungus that ferments sugars to produce carbon dioxide and alcohol.

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What is fermentation?

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A metabolic process that converts sugar to acids, gases, or alcohol using microorganisms.

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What role do antibiotics play in health?

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Antibiotics are substances that kill or inhibit the growth of bacteria.

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What is the difference between bacteria and viruses?

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Bacteria are single-celled organisms that can live independently, while viruses require a host to replicate.

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What is the function of the cell wall in bacteria?

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The cell wall provides structural support and protection to the bacterial cell.

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What is the significance of CO₂ in baking?

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CO₂ produced by yeast causes dough to rise, creating a light and airy texture.