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Basic Microbiology: Prokaryotic Cell Structure and Reproduction

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  • What are the 2 prokaryotic domains?

    Bacteria and Archaea.

  • Are prokaryotic cells small?

    Yes, prokaryotic cells are small.

  • Why are prokaryotic cells small?

    To allow efficient transport of materials within the cell.

  • What are spherical bacteria called?

    Cocci.

  • What are rod-shaped bacteria called?

    Bacilli.

  • What are spiral bacteria called?

    Spirilla.

  • What does the prefix “diplo-” mean in bacterial arrangement?

    Pairs.

  • What does the prefix “strepto-” mean in bacterial arrangement?

    Chains.

  • What does the prefix “staphylo-” mean in bacterial arrangement?

    Clusters.

  • What is a bacterium that can change shape called?

    Pleomorphic.

  • How do bacteria reproduce?

    By binary fission.

  • Is binary fission sexual or asexual reproduction?

    Asexual reproduction.

  • Does binary fission use spores?

    No, binary fission does not involve spores.

  • What is the result of binary fission?

    Two daughter cells identical to the parent cell.