Humans and bacteria
Description
This program presents the human body as a complex ecosystem of bacteria, then examines each portion of the body, which bacteria live there, and why. The three major bacterial groups-sphere-shaped cocci, rods, and helical spirochetes and spirilla-are examined. Their behavior when interacting within the body is explored. The life and death of obligate aerobes, facultative anaerobes, and obligate anaerobes is described. A discussion of factors that encourage bacterial growth leads to specific information on which bacteria cause certain conditions, and how infection can be avoided.
Runtime
41 min
Series
Subjects
- Diseases (446)
- Microorganisms (42)
- Microbial diversity (25)
- Communicable diseases (311)
- Infection (258)
Genre
Date of Publication
[2005], c1994
Database
Films on Demand
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