Bacteria — characteristics?
Prokaryotic, single-celled, no nucleus.
Prokaryotes — characteristic?
Lack nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.
Bacterial classification — kingdoms?
Archaebacteria and Eubacteria.
Binary Fission — process?
Asexual reproduction involving genetic duplication.
Bacteria cell wall — feature?
Provides shape and protection.
Antonie van Leeuwenhoek — contribution?
First observed bacteria in the 1600s.
Mutualistic bacteria — example?
Lactobacillus acidophilus aids digestion.
Archaebacteria — environment?
Extreme conditions like high salt, temp.
Eubacteria — cell wall?
Made of peptidoglycan, tougher.
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