Portage Learning Microbiology: Module 1 Study Guide Graded A+

essential amino acids {Ans: 9 amino acids that the human body can't produce—they must instead be taken in from the environment through other sources (i.e.) the food you eat.}function of proteins {Ans: play a structural role or enable movement}hydrogen bonding {Ans: holds two strands together}fungi {Ans: can be either multicellular or unicellular microorganisms and like Animalia, are heterotrophic/ defining characteristic is the presence of chitin, a derivative of glucose, in their cell walls}archaea {Ans: able to survive in extremely harsh environmental conditions such as high salt levels, acid conditions, high temperatures and oxygen-poor conditions}cell wall {Ans: found in bacteria, plants, fungi and algae and help to form the shape of the cell/an additional layer surrounding the cell membrane; it is rigid and for the most part cannot change its shape/plays an important role in providing support, structure and protection}