Unit 2 Concept Maps

Horizontal Gene Transfer

 

Bacterial Quorum Sensing, Pathogenicity Islands, and Secretion Systems (Injectosomes)

 

Enzyme Regulation

 

Overview to the Control of Microorganisms

 

How Antibiotics and Chemical Agents Affect Bacterial Structures and Function:
Agents that Inhibit Cell Wall Synthesis, Alter the Cytoplasmic Membrane,
or Inhibit DNA Synthesis

How Antibiotics and Chemical Agents Affect Bacterial Structures and Function:
Agents that Alter Prokaryotic Ribosomal Subunits, Inhibit RNA Polymerase, and Denature Enzymes

Ways in Which Bacteria May Resist Antibiotics and Chemical Agents