E Coli-Escherichia coli is a Gram-negative gammaproteobacteria commonly found in the lower intestine of warm-blooded organisms
Staphylococcus -Staphylococcus is a genus of Gram-positive bacteria. Under the microscope, they appear round, and form in grape-like clusters. The Staphylococcus genus includes at least 40 species.
Giardia Protozon-Giardia lamblia, also known as Giardia intestinalis, is a flagellated parasite that colonizes and reproduces in the small intestine, causing giardiasis
Clostridium Botulimim-Clostridium botulinum is a Gram-positive, rod-shaped, anaerobic, spore-forming, …show more content…
Aspergillus was first catalogued in 1729 by the Italian priest and biologist Pier Antonio Micheli.
Gingivitis-Gingivitis ("inflammation of the gum tissue") is a non-destructive disease that occurs around the teeth.The most common form of gingivitis, and the most common form of periodontal disease overall, is in response to bacterial biofilms (also called plaque) that is attached to tooth surfaces, termed plaque-induced gingivitis.
My organism is gingivitis
1. Identify and illustrate your single-celled organism.
2. What type of organism is it, protist or bacteria?
It is a bacteria
3. Describe the physical characteristics of your organism (How does it move, shape, etc.). bad breath, loose teeth, receding gums, tooth loss, toothache, or ulcers
4. Where is your organism most commonly found?
In the mouth
5. What type of disease or sickness does it cause? gum inflammation
6. What are the signs and symptoms of the disease?
Symptoms include gums that are swollen, puffy, receding, sometimes tender, or that bleed easily
7. What are some treatment/prevention methods for this disease?
Dental floss, Tooth brushing, Oral