Microbiology Review

A nonpathogenic E. Coli uses the oxygen within the colon of its host to create a desirable environment.

• Commensalism

• Mutualism

• Parasitism

Ruminants consume forage and grains. In the rumen, bacteria and protozoa ferment the cellulose, providing it in a form that the body can utilize for energy.

• Commensalism

• Mutualism

• Parasitism

Giardia is an intestinal protozoan that requires an animal to ingest its cyst to complete the life cycle. While within the host, it causes disease.

• Mutualism

• Commensalism

• Parasitic

two different species living and interacting simultaneously together is called _______________.(check for spelling)

Organisms too small to be seen by the naked eye are referred to as:

• Bacteria

• Viruses

• Algae

• Microbes

Any microorganism that can cause disease is called a _________.

Consists of DNA or RNA, and cannot reproduce without a host cell. The host is then negatively impacted.

• Bacteria

• Protozoa

• Algae

• Virus

What are the two kinds of fungi and what are their differences?

Describe the shape and arrangement of the bacterium below:

Describe the shape and arrangement of the bacterium below: