Microbiology Crosswords

1. The process by which certain bacteria form spores for survival.
3. Bacteria lacking a cell wall, often associated with respiratory infections.
7. Essential for preventing accidents in the lab.
11. Structures found within microbial cells, such as granules or vacuoles.
13. Unicellular eukaryotes, often motile.
14. Ability of bacteria to move independently using flagella or cilia.
16. Personal protective gear worn in labs.
17. Infectious agents that require living hosts to multiply.
18. Tools and devices used in laboratory experiments.
19. Process used to color cells for better visibility under a microscope.
20. A controlled environment for studying microorganisms and their properties.

2. A type of microscope designed for high-resolution imaging at high magnification levels (often used in microbiology).
4. Tool used to magnify small organisms.
5. Systematic investigation aimed at discovering new knowledge in microbiology.
6. Single-celled microorganisms, some of which can cause disease.
8. Small structures within cells, often storing nutrients or waste products.
9. Bacteria that are obligate intracellular parasites.
10. A genus of bacteria that can cause sexually transmitted infections.
12. Thin layer of material spread on a slide for microscopic examination.
15. Kingdom of organisms that includes yeasts and molds.