MICROBIOLOGY CROSSWORD PUZZLE

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Across
  1. 3. The ability of some bacteria to resist harmful substances, such as antibiotics.
  2. 4. A type of microorganism that lacks a nucleus.
  3. 7. stain Type of stain used to differentiate between Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria.
  4. 10. Round-shaped bacteria.
  5. 12. Spiral-shaped bacteria.
  6. 14. The part of the bacterial cell responsible for protein synthesis.
  7. 15. The gel-like substance used as a solid medium in bacteriological cultures.
  8. 18. The substance found in the cell walls of most bacteria.
  9. 19. A method used to grow bacteria in a lab.
  10. 20. Hair-like structures on the surface of bacteria that aid in movement.
Down
  1. 1. Instrument used to view microorganisms.
  2. 2. Bacteria that require oxygen for survival.
  3. 5. stain A staining method used to identify bacteria with waxy cell walls, like Mycobacterium.
  4. 6. The part of a bacterium that contains its genetic material.
  5. 8. Process of using heat to sterilize lab equipment.
  6. 9. A structure that helps bacteria adhere to surfaces.
  7. 11. wall The outermost protective layer of bacterial cells.
  8. 13. Process of heating to destroy harmful microorganisms.
  9. 16. The liquid nutrient solution used for growing microorganisms in the lab.
  10. 17. fission Process by which bacteria reproduce asexually.