Microbiology Crossword (Unit one)

2. The term for the protective protein coat surrounding a virus.
5. The term for the collection of all microbial genomes in a specific environment.
10. A method used to isolate a pure strain from a mixed culture using a solid medium.
11. A type of bacteria that thrives in extreme environments, such as high temperatures or salinity.
12. The term for a living organism that can cause disease, often used in microbiology.
13. The phenomenon where bacteria become resistant to antibiotics due to genetic mutations.
14. diffusion A method used to determine the antibiotic susceptibility of bacteria.
16. A type of media that allows for the growth of specific bacteria while inhibiting others.
17. The process by which bacterial cells take up foreign DNA from their environment.
18. A staining technique that differentiates between acid-fast and non-acid-fast bacteria.
19. The outer membrane component of Gram-negative bacteria that can trigger immune responses.

1. The process by which microorganisms are killed or removed from surfaces or objects to prevent infection.
2. The process by which bacteria exchange genetic material through direct contact.
3. The type of microscopy that uses electrons to visualize specimens at a very high resolution.
4. The enzyme that catalyzes the breakdown of hydrogen peroxide in cells.
6. The term for a population of microorganisms that are genetically identical and derived from a single cell.
7. A chemical agent that kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms on inanimate objects.
8. The phase of bacterial growth characterized by rapid cell division.
9. A process used to sterilize equipment using high-pressure steam.
15. The scientific study of fungi, including yeasts and molds.