discussion question

5 discussion questions due friday morning (8/16/13)

100 words per question

please cite and reference

no plagarism

anatomy and physiololy

question 1

There are several cardinal signs of acute inflammation. Can you explain the underlying mechanisms responsible for these cardinal signs of acute inflammation including heat, pain, redness, and swelling?

question 2

Some individuals with a deficit of IgA exhibit recurrent respiratory tract infections. Can this be explained after covering this week's material?

microbiology

question 1

What factors influence bacterial growth and the growth of other microbes? How can the knowledge of these factors assist in controlling bacterial growth? What techniques are used to control the bacterial growth?

question 2

How are microbes classified? Discuss at least two (bacteria, fungi, algae, protozoa, parasitic worms (helminthes), or arthropods). Include:

The categories
The criteria used to place organisms in categories (morphology, staining, growth, nutrition, physiology, biochemistry, genetics, serology, phage typing, or protein profiles.
Why are viruses not classified?

question 3

The formation of the Germ Theory was important in moving scientists toward solving the problem of many diseases. Several individuals played a role in the development of this theory. Describe two experiments that led to the Germ Theory.

a. Spontaneous generation

b. Contributions of Louis Pasteur

c. Contributions of Robert Koch

Thank you!