Biology 0610 · IGCSE · Concept and uses of classification systems

Concept and uses of classification systems — practice question

(a(i))[5]

Fig. 1.1 is a branching key for identifying different species of bacteria. Fig. 1.2 presents six different species of bacteria. Use the key to identify the six different species of bacteria. Place the letters on the lines in Fig. 1.2.

(a(ii))[1]

State the name of the kingdom to which bacteria belong.

(b)[1]

State one structural similarity between bacteria and viruses.

(c(i))[1]

Write the formula you would use to calculate the actual length of the bacterium (excluding the flagellum) in Fig. 1.3.

(c(ii))[1]

Convert this measurement into micrometres (μm).

(d(i))[4]

Describe and explain how cholera bacteria affect the gut.

(d(ii))[1]

Suggest one way to treat cholera.

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