Revision of microbes
Bacteria, Virus or fungi?
Answers Bacteria Virus Fungi
Big Q:How much do I need to revise for the microbes test? LO Name 3 types of microbes. Describe the structure of microbes and barriers of entry. Explain the uses of microbes with vaccinations.
Task Complete a spider diagram on paper to revise the topic. Use the questions as a model to your diagram.
Spread of disease Defence mechanisms Structure of microbes Name the three types of microbes and draw a labelled diagram of each. Why is wearing rubber gloves important for health when dealing with cuts? What is the normal temperature of the human body and the temperature that bacteria can grow at? Spread of disease Describe the six ways that disease can spread. Give the name of the method and an example. What are harmful microbes called within the body? Microbes Immunisation Describe what immune means. Describe how vaccination prevents us getting a disease Why should we only use a tiny amount of a weakened microbe? Suggest an advantage of vaccinating people in this way. Defence mechanisms Briefly describe the main defence mechanisms of the human body. E.g. Skin- The skin acts as a barrier to microbes
EXTENSION QUESTION Suggest what happened to the bacteria around the paper disc soaked in spot-lotion. What was the control in this experiment? Give two safety precautions to prevent contact with bacteria.
Bacteria Virus Fungi Vaccination Water Food Mucus Skin Touch Harmful Useful microorganisms Influenza Eyes
Bacteria
Virus
Fungi
Vaccination
Water
Food
Mucus
Skin
Touch
Harmful
Useful
Microorganisms
Influenza
Eyes