Chapter 1: introduction

CLINICAL STUDYAs a nurse practitioner in a ruralhospital, you are reviewing amicroscope slide of a skinscraping from a 12-year-old girl. Youobserve branched, intertwinednucleated hyphae. The girls has dryscaly, itchy patches on the arms.What is causing her skin problem?

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Explain some ways in which microbes affect your life

1. Decomposing organic waste-Dead bodies of animals: by bacteria and fungi2. Performing photosynthesis-Example: cyanobacteria can perform photosynthesis3. Producing fermented foods-Example: cheese, bread, wine, beer-contain ethanol (alcohol), vinegar, kimche, sour crop (german)4. Producing insulin and many other drugs-Insulin: human hormone5. Produce healthy bacteria in the gut-Vitamin B and vitamin K

How can microbes harm us and in what ways?

1. Infection: reproduce2. Intoxic algae: no reproduce,3. Food spoilage: "old food" in the fridge

Who name/classify microorganisms?

Carlous Linnaeus 1735

Naming system: singular and plural for bacteria

bacterium: one, "U" SINGLE MANbacteria: two or more MARRIED

How does domain bacteria reproduce?

binary fission: mitosis, asexual"gay people thinking they can have kids

How does bacteria move?

uses flagellum or flagella

Describe characterizes of bacteria prokaryotic?

* Single celled organisms• No organelles, no nucleus (DNA held in a nucleoid)• DNA is circular, no introns• Peptidoglycan cell wall • reproduces via Binary fission • Flagella - made with flagellin

How does prokaryotic bacteria obtains its energy?

its heterotrophic, mainly consume organic molecules produced by autotrophic ****some can produce their own: "autotrophic"- photosynthesis or chemosynthesis

Rod-shaped bacteria are called

bacillus/bacilli

spherical (circle) shape bacteria is called

coccus/cocci

if coccus bacteria are cluster, then it is called

staphylococcus

if bacillus bacteria is cluster, then it is called

staphylbacclus

Name the three domains

Bacteria, Archaea, EukaryaBAE

name two cell types (school locker)

Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic : PE

what domain classifies as eukaryotic?

eukarya

what domain classifies as prokaryotic?

Archeae, bacteria PEA

How is archaea different from bacteria?

1. No peptidoglycan (have polysaccharides like bacteria)2. have introns

what organisms classify as eukaryotic?

fungus/fungi

does eukaryotic contain nucleus?

yes, Eukaryotes (have a nucleus containing the cell's DNA),

where does eukaryotic get its energy?

organic molecules vis autotrophic

what domain qualifies as extremists?

Archaea

Cell wall of eukaryotic made of ____

chitin

give example of unicellular and multicellular eukaryotics

yeast, and mold

what is mold composed of?

forming mycelia composed of hyphae (filaments)

Extremists are found in extreme environments but not known to _____ in humans

cause disease

what are three subgroups of extremists?

Methanogens: produce methaneThermophiles: they love heat/hot environmentsExtreme halophiles: salty environments, they love salt

What cell type is protozoa?

Eukaryotic

Describe characteristics of protozoa?

1. Unicellular2. Diverse groups (many different shapes)Example: malaria3. move by pseudopods, flagella, or cilia, live either freely or as parasites, some are photogenic (use photosynthesis), reproduce sexually or asexually

Which of the following foods is NOT made by fermentation? 1. beer 2. bread 3. cheese 4. orange juice

orange juice

When using the binomial nomenclature, the genus and species names are capitalized and the whole name is italicized. [True or False]

FalseThe scientific names of species are italicized. The genus name is always capitalized and is written first; the specific epithet follows the genus name and is not capitalized. There is no exception to this.

Which of the following only applies to Archaea?1. These microbes have no nucleus and no nuclear membrane.2. These microbes are not true cells.3. These microbes possess mitochondria.4. These microbes have never been shown to cause disease.

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Which of the following is a type of single celled fungal microorganism?1. bacterium2. algae3. yeast4. protozoan5. mold

yeast

Select the incorrect statement about a virus.1. It is a single cell organism.2. It contains DNA or RNA, but not both.3. It has a protein coat.4. t is visible through the electron microscope.

A.

Describe characteristics of viruses?

1. Acellular (does not have cells) , Have either DNA OR RNA in core Example: COVID = RNA virus, does not have dna3. Coat may be enclosed in a lipid envelope taken from host cell membrane

Algae are classified as___and give example of algae

Eukaryotes, do not cause infections, cause intoxicationVolvox

_____ is a symbol of Hermes or Mercury in Greek and Roman mythology.

Caduceus [kaa·doo·see·us]

what is capsid and where is it found?

coat of protein on virus-Nucleic acid in the core surrounded by capsid [a protein coat]

how does virus reproduce?

only reproduce by using cellular machinery of otherorganisms, only considered living when they multiplyinside their host, they are inert (motionless or does not move) outside of hosts

what is obligate intracellular parasites and give example?

viruses: bind within a cell parasite

what type of cell are viruses?

acellular: nor prokaryotic or eukaryotic

what are two types of multicellular animal parasites?

1. platyhelminth: flatworm [pla-dee-hell-minth] 2. nematodes: roundworm

Rod of Asclepius

Greek symbol associated with medicine and healing

viruses has envelope contains incorporated viral proteins called___

spikes

____was first life on earth

bacteria

Who observed the first microbes?

Anton van Leeuwenhoek 1673- dutch drapery merchant

A large group of one-celled microorganisms that are capable of causing disease arepathogensvirusesall of these qualifybacteriahelminths

pathogens

what was the belief of spontaneous generation?

4th century BCliving organism come from non-living (rock) "vital force" forms life

Who disprove spontaneous generation?

Francesco redi (1668): beginning of experimental science

Which of the following is true of microbes?Gene expression in bacteria is very similar to gene expression in humans, which facilitates the use of bacteria in recombinant *biotechnology and gene therapy.*Microbes create pollutants and toxins that harm the environment.*99% of all microbes are pathogenic.*All bacterial enzymes are harmful to humans and the environment

Gene expression in bacteria is very similar to gene expression in humans, which facilitates the use of bacteria in recombinant biotechnology and gene therapy.

A disease breaks out among sheep in California. A scientist takes blood from the sheep and grows a previously unknown organism. That organism is then injected into a healthy sheep. The healthy sheep becomes sick with the same symptoms as the original sheep and dies. That sheep's blood is then cultured, and the original organism is isolated. This applies the principles of __________.epidemiologyvaccinationKoch's postulatesspontaneous generation

Koch's postulates

Which of the following represents the correct format for the scientific name of an organism?Staphylococcus aureusStaphylococcus aureusStaphylococcus AureusSTAPHYLOCOCCUS AUREUS

Staphylococcus aureus

Which of the following are FALSE concerning microbes?*Microbes produce vitamins in the intestines.*Microbes generate oxygen through photosynthesis.*The primary role of microbes on the planet involves causing disease in animals and humans.*Microbes play a role in breaking down waste and decomposing dead organisms.

The primary role of microbes on the planet involves causing disease in animals and humans.

Which of the following matches the organisms described with the correct domain?*bacteria--unicellular, eukaryotic organisms that always lack cell walls*eukarya--single-celled and multicellular organisms, with a defined nucleus and a variety of nutritional sources*archaea--multicellular, eukaryotic organisms that do not have cell walls*bacteria--unicellular, eukaryotic organisms with cell walls that do not contain peptidoglycan

eukarya--single-celled and multicellular organisms, with a defined nucleus and a variety of nutritional sources

All microorganisms that regularly populate the human body are referred to as the ___________________.*microbial genome*transient microbiota*human microbiome*human genome

human microbiome

what is the differences between Spontaneous Generation versus Biogenesis

Spontaneous generation *Life can arise spontaneously from nonliving matter.*Vital forces in nonliving matter can lead to new life.*Living cells can arise from nonliving matter under favorable conditions.Biogenesis *Microorganisms present in nonliving matter can lead to new microorganisms.*Life can arise as a result of microorganisms present in nonliving matter.*Living cells can arise only from preexisting living cells.

Louis Pasteur conducted an experiment to disprove the theory of spontaneous generation. An overview of this experiment is summarized in this figure. Based on this information, match each component in the experiment with its purpose in this experiment.

Beef broth*provided a nutritious environment to support microbial growth.Bunsen burner (flame)*provided heat that destroyed microorganisms already present in the beef broth.Flask with S-shaped neck*provided the physical conditions for trapping airborne contaminants and preventing microorganisms from entering the flask.Air*provided a source of potential external microbial contaminants.

In this activity, you will predict which scenarios would most likely produce growth if Pasteur's S-shaped neck flasks were cut at various points along the curve.The S-shaped necks of Pasteur's flasks provided an ideal system for testing the role of airborne contaminants in introducing microorganisms in nonliving matter. As Pasteur demonstrated through his experiments, the top curve in the S-shaped neck prevented airborne microorganisms from entering the flask, and, as a result, contaminants collected in the bottom portion of the S-shaped curve.In this figure, four scenarios are proposed (as indicated by arrows) in which the S-shaped neck is broken at different points. Identify the scenario(s) in which airborne which airborne microbial contamination of the sterile beef broth is most likely to occur*scenario a: break near the mouth of the flask*scenario b: break before the first curve in the S-shaped neck*scenario c: break between the first and second curve in the S-shaped neck*scenario d: break after the second curve in the S-shaped neck

*scenario a: break near the mouth of the flask*scenario b: break before the first curve in the S-shaped neck

In this activity, you will identify the conclusions that can be drawn from Pasteur's experiments using S-shaped neck flasks. Which of the following conclusions can be drawn from Pasteur's experiment involving the flasks with S-shaped necks?*Pasteur's observations support the theory of spontaneous generation.*Beef broth is an unsuitable environment for growing microorganisms.*Microorganisms can be present in nonliving matter, such as air, liquids, and solids.*Microbial life can be destroyed by heat.*Pasteur's observations support the theory of biogenesis.*Microbes can be blocked from accessing favorable growth environments.*Microbial life can arise from nonliving matter.

*Microorganisms can be present in nonliving matter, such as air, liquids, and solids.*Microbial life can be destroyed by heat.*Pasteur's observations support the theory of biogenesis.*Microbes can be blocked from accessing favorable growth environments.

In this activity, you will identify which items involve aseptic technique.Pasteur's experiments and observations provided the basis for developing aseptic techniques that prevent the introduction of unwanted microorganisms into controlled environments. Given what you have learned from the design of Pasteur's experiment, which of the following scenarios would be considered an aseptic technique?*using a Bunsen burner (flame) to heat a wire inoculating loop prior to use*blowing on heated, sterile surfaces with your mouth in order to facilitate cooling*allowing sterile solutions to be openly exposed to the air*wearing gloves when handling sterile laboratory equipment*taking steps to prevent contaminants from entering sterile solutions

*using a Bunsen burner (flame) to heat a wire inoculating loop prior to use*wearing gloves when handling sterile laboratory equipment*taking steps to prevent contaminants from entering sterile solutions

What important theory is based on the observations of Hooke and van Leeuwenhoek, documenting the existence of microscopic cells?*the theory of spontaneous generation, which held that life forms could arise spontaneously*the germ theory of disease and causative agents*the theory of chemotherapy, or use of antimicrobials to destroy pathogenic organisms*the cell theory, stating that all living things are composed of cell

*the cell theory, stating that all living things are composed of cell

All of the following factors contribute to the threat of emerging infectious diseases (EIDs) EXCEPT __________.*spread of known diseases to new geographic regions or populations by modern transportation*evolutionary changes to existing organisms through genetic changes*increased human exposure to new, unusual infectious agents in areas that are undergoing ecological changes, such as deforestation and construction*vaccinations that control epidemiologic spread

*vaccinations that control epidemiologic spread