Bacteria Under a Microscope

Food borne illnesses

admin — Sat, 12 Jan 2008 04:07:20 +0000

Are you sure that all the food you eat is healthy? We can not see the germs present in the food we eat so we are not aware of what they carry. There are food borne illnesses that are brought by contaminated food and drinks. These are caused by bacteria, parasites and viruses present on the food we eat. These bacteria are not visibly seen by our naked eyes. Bacteria under a microscope can show us the harmful effect of these bacteria to the food we eat. Food borne illnesses can also be from harmful chemicals that are found in the food we eat and the beverage we drink. These harmful chemicals are contaminated during harvesting or processing. Food borne diseases can be in the form of stomach upset, diarrhea, fever, vomiting, abdominal cramps and even dehydration. According to the centers for disease control and prevention, there are about 76 million people in the US who became victims of the pathogens from these food borne bacteria and about 5,000 of them die every year. (more…)

Germs

admin — Sat, 12 Jan 2008 04:04:15 +0000

The wonder of human body is amazing. We can work everyday, we digest food, and our blood circulates all over our body and sends signals to our brain. We can do whatever we want to do but there are some things that hinder us from doing all these and they are called germs. Germs are forms of bad bacteria that attack our body. They are the bacteria under a microscope. These germs are so small that we cannot see them with our naked eye. Some kids think that the bugs and other dirt they see are called germs. These dirty objects carry millions of germs and most of the kids are not aware of it. Germs are so small that they can get inside out bodies without us noticing it. They cause our bodies to be sick and they make us weak. This is the only way we notice that we have been attacked by germs. These germs can be seen under a microscope. Germs are classified into four major types; they are the bacteria, viruses, fungi and protozoa. These germs can attack plants, animals and humans. (more…)

Microbes: Bacteria

admin — Sat, 12 Jan 2008 03:47:13 +0000

Most of us are not aware that bacteria coexist with us and do a lot of help like making vitamins, breaking down some garbage through decomposition and also maintaining our atmosphere. The only thing that enters our mind when we hear bacteria is that they are harmful to us. Unlike to this common knowledge that bacteria are dangerous, most of us benefit from bacteria. Bacteria are single celled organism, but they have a remarkable feature. Bacteria under a microscope show the fascinating features of bacteria. Bacteria can survive almost all temperature, from boiling point to below zero degrees. (more…)

Bacteria on Earth

admin — Sat, 12 Jan 2008 03:44:00 +0000

Bacteria existed long before humans. They are the oldest creatures on this planet. Bacteria are so minute that they can only be seen under the aid of a microscope. Bacteria under a microscope show their unique structure that makes them different from other organisms. Bacteria are usually found on the soil, underwater and even on other organisms. There are types of bacteria under a microscope that can cause great harm to plants, animals and humans alike but there are also some bacteria that are beneficial and other organisms can’t live without. (more…)

Bacteria grow in a wide variety of habitats and conditions.

admin — Sat, 12 Jan 2008 03:41:39 +0000

Most of us think that bacteria are like those disease causing microorganisms that grow in culture similar with streptococcus that can be found on the strep throat. This article will enlighten as well as educate us about the other side of bacteria that most of us failed to notice. Although, most people think that all bacteria are known to be harmful and cause diseases such as cholera, tuberculosis, gonorrhea and the like, these are only a portion of bacteria in general. Bacteria can be found anywhere. They can be found on mountain tops, oceans and even on the internal organs of animals. Bacteria are so minute that they can only be seen under the microscope. Bacteria under a microscope help doctors and scientist discover some cure to these harmful diseases that pose threat to the life of the many. Bacteria can live in frozen rocks and ice and they are capable to survive for a long period of time. (more…)