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Part I: Bacteria
final exam questions from the study guide
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Science
7th Grade
05/19/2011

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What are the three names and shapes of bacteria
Definition

1.  sphere shape -- coccus

2.  rod shape -- bacillus

3.  spiral shape -- spirillum

Term
How is bacteria helpful?
Definition
It is used in food and medicine.
Term
Explain the importance of nitrogen-fixing bacteria.
Definition
It converts nitrogen into breathable air for plants and animals.
Term
What types of bacteria we are born with?
Definition
none
Term
Compare and contrast aerobe and anaerobe.
Definition
An aerobe uses oxygen and an anerobe does not.
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