Here are the answers to the questions on your worksheet, based on general biology knowledge.
1.
What bacteria causes strep throat?
*Streptococcus pyogenes* (often called Group A Streptococcus).
2.
What are the oldest life forms on earth?
Bacteria (specifically ancient types like cyanobacteria).
3.
What bacteria is associated with food poisoning?
*Salmonella*, *E. coli*, or *Listeria*. (*Salmonella* is the most common answer for general homework).
4.
What part of the bacteria cell helps it stick to surfaces?
Pili (or fimbriae). Sometimes the capsule also helps them stick.
5.
Name two foods that are made with the help of bacteria.
Yogurt and Cheese. (Other good answers: Pickles, Sauerkraut, or Sour Cream).
6.
What does "decompose" mean?
It means to break down or rot. Decomposers break dead things into simpler parts.
7.
What bacteria causes strep throat?
*Streptococcus pyogenes*. (This is the same as question #1).
8.
What part of the bacteria cell helps it move?
Flagella (the long tail-like structure).
9.
Where do Archaeabacteria live?
They live in extreme environments, such as hot springs, deep-sea vents, or very salty lakes.
10.
To what kingdom do common bacteria belong?
Kingdom Monera (sometimes referred to as Eubacteria).
11.
What structure controls the cell's activities?
The Nucleoid (this is the region where the DNA is located, since bacteria don't have a true nucleus).
12.
What is the function of ribosomes?
They make proteins for the cell.
13.
What is the function of the cell membrane?
It controls what enters and leaves the cell.
14.
What is the watery environment that the DNA and ribosomes float within?
Cytoplasm.
15.
Drawing Task:
Since I cannot draw on your paper, here is how you should draw it:
* Draw small circles grouped together in irregular clusters (like a bunch of grapes).
* Do not draw them in a straight line or a perfect square; make them look like a messy pile. This represents *Staphylococcus*, which means "bunch of grapes."
Final Answer:
1. *Streptococcus pyogenes*
2. Bacteria
3. *Salmonella* (or *E. coli*)
4. Pili
5. Yogurt and Cheese
6. To break down or rot
7. *Streptococcus pyogenes*
8. Flagella
9. Extreme environments (hot springs, salt lakes)
10. Monera
11. Nucleoid
12. Making proteins
13. Controls what enters and leaves the cell
14. Cytoplasm
15. [Draw circles clustered together like a bunch of grapes]
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of bacteria coloring worksheet.
