Bacteria and Viruses

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What type of cells are bacteria classified as?

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Prokaryotes

Front

What are bacteria that help break down dead material in the environment called?

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Decomposers

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Which of the following is not true of bacteria: they are prokaryotes, they are multi-celled, found pretty much everywhere, they are on you right now?

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They are multi-celled.

Front

What is the term for a virus changing over time?

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Mutation

Front

What causes strep throat?

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Bacteria

Front

What is the main difference between bacteria and viruses?

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Bacteria are living organisms that can reproduce on their own, while viruses are not considered living and require a host to replicate.

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What is the role of decomposers in the ecosystem?

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Decomposers break down dead organic material, recycling nutrients back into the soil.

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Can bacteria be beneficial to humans?

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Yes, some bacteria are beneficial and are used in processes like digestion and fermentation.

Front

What is an example of a disease caused by a virus?

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Influenza (the flu) is an example of a disease caused by a virus.

Front

What is the structure of a typical bacterial cell?

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A typical bacterial cell has a cell wall, cell membrane, cytoplasm, and genetic material (DNA) but lacks a nucleus.