Microorganisms and Biotechnology

THE SLIDE SHOW FOR MICROORGANISMS CAN BE DOWNLOADED HERE!

YOU NEED TO KNOW HOW TO:

1. List the main characteristics of the following groups: viruses, bacteria and fungi;
2. Outline the role of microorganisms in decomposition;
3. Explain the role of yeast in the production of bread and alcohol;
4. Outline the role of bacteria in yoghurt and cheese production;
5. Describe the use of fermenters for large-scale production of antibiotics and single cell protein;
6. Describe the role of the fungus Penicillium in the production of penicillin.

VIDEOS:

1. YEAST AND ALCOHOL PRODUCTION




2. CHEESE AND BREAD PRODUCTION



3. USES OF BACTERIA



4. MICROORGANISM MONTAGE



5. DECOMPOSITION OF A RABBIT



6. VIRUSES



7. FUNGI





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