Prokaryotic Cell Structure: Endospores

Learning Objectives for "Prokaryotic Cell Structure: Endospores"

After completing this section you should be able to perform the following objectives.

1. Name 2 common genera of bacteria capable of producing endospores and state which is an obligate anaerobe.

2. Briefly discuss the function of a bacterial endospore.

3. Describe the structure of a bacterial endospore.

4. Define sporulation and germination.

5. Name three infections that may be transmitted to humans by endospores.

Highlighted Bacterium

1. Read the description of Clostridium tetani and match the bacterium with the description of the organism and the infection it causes.