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The Microbial World

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Viral DNA that is embedded in the hosts DNA during lysogenic infection.
Hollow bridge is formed between two bacterial cells and genes move from one cell to another.
Tiny threads of cytoplasm surrounded by plasma membrane and covered by a cell wall usually made of chitin.
Reproductive process that involves only one parent (asexual reproduction) in which one cell divides to form two identical cells.
Gram staining is a testing method used to determine if the bacteria's cell wall is composed mostly of peptidoglycan or not.
A spore that is formed when a bacterium produces a thick internal wall that encloses its DNA and will remain dormant until more favorable growth conditions.
Most are eukaryotes that have cell walls; are heterotrophs that feed by absorbing their food; and use spores to reproduce.
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Some bacteria are propelled by flagella, or whip-like structures, while others glide on slime they secrete or may be carried by air, water, or other methods.
Viruses that infect bacteria.
Ex. fruit and bread mold
Viruses containing RNA which produce DNA copy of their RNA upon infecting a cell.
Particles of nucleic acid, protein and in some cases lipid; can reproduce only by infecting living cells.
Unicellular organisms that lack a nucleus; typically range in size from 1 to 5 micrometers.
Tiny cell able to grow into a new organism.
Ex. yeasts and truffles.
Ex. mushrooms and puffs.
Eukaryotes that cannot be classified as animals, plants, or fungi.