Gould's Pathophysiology for the Health Professions, 6e
Gould's Pathophysiology for the Health Professions, 6e
6th Edition
ISBN: 9780323414425
Author: Robert J Hubert BS
Publisher: Saunders
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Chapter 6, Problem 6.1AYK

1.

Summary Introduction

To describe: Three similarities and three differences between bacteria and human cells.

Concept introduction: Microbiology is the study of microorganisms. They are small living forms which are visible only with the help of a microscope. Bacteria, fungi, virus, and protozoa are the main classification of microorganisms. There are some similarities and differences between the human cell and bacterial cell. Bacterial cells are prokaryotic, whereas human cells are eukaryotic.

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Summary Introduction

To explain: The way by which some bacterial cells may be just as dangerous when they are dead as when they are alive.

Concept introduction: Bacteria, fungi, virus, and protozoa are the main classification of microorganisms. Bacterial cells are generally considered prokaryotic. They are single-celled organisms that do not need living tissue to live. They are classified on the basis of their shape, size, and arrangement.

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