When is binary fission harmful?

Answer 1

Bacteria are prokaryotic. Bacterial cells usually come in one of 3 shapes: cocci, bacilli, spirilla. They can be by themselves, in pair, chains, or clusters. They can use either a flagella or pili to move the cell. Bacteria can reproduce by binary fissionor by conjugation. Bacteria can get into your body a number of ways: by inhaling them, through cuts, eating contaminate food, or getting bit by an infected insect. Bacteria are either heterotrophic or autotrophic. Bacterial disease can usually be fought off with soap, chemicals, and antibiotics. Bacteria can be helpful in many ways such as making food, medicine, help clean our environment, or make several vitamins in the intestines. Bacteria can also be harmful by causing cavities and gum disease, ulcers, or disease by releasing toxins.