The upcoming discussion will update you about the difference between Artificial and Natural Systems of Classification. Difference # Artificial System: 1. The system is highly useful in the field for quick identification of organisms. 2. Artificial system often utilizes one or two morphological traits. 3. An artificial system may use habit and habitat as criteria for classification. 4. The system [...]
The following points highlight the two main types of reproductive cycle in virus. The types are: 1. Lytic Cycle 2. Lysogenic Cycle. Type # 1. Lytic Cycle (Fig. 2.5): It is the reproductive cycle of virulent phages, e.g., T4 bacteriophage. The phage attaches itself to the host cell (e.g., Escherichia coli) through its tail fibres. The fibres bend and bring [...]
The upcoming discussion will update you about the differences between Bacteria and Cyanobacteria. Difference # Bacteria: 1. The cells are comparatively smaller. 2. The cell wall is 1—2 layered. 3. Plasmodesmata and pores do not occur in cell wall. 4. They exhibit lesser structural elaboration. 5. Bacteria are both autotrophic and heterotrophic. 6. Autotrophic bacteria possess bacteriochlorophyll. 7. Photosynthesis is [...]