The enzyme cytochrome c oxidase or Complex IV (PDB 2OCC, EC 1.9.3.1) is a large transmembrane protein complex found in bacteria and the mitochondrion.
Is cytochrome c oxidase present in staphylococcus bacteria? please help.?
yes. go to google and type in staphylococcus.
Monday, November 21, 2011
Which of the following contain more harmful bacteria and why?
The bottom of your shoe, your cell phone, or a toilet seat? First best answer gets 10 points.
Which of the following contain more harmful bacteria and why?
I'm a microbiology student, and I would say your cell phone contains the most harmful bacteria. Sure, you could culture bacteria from the bottom of your shoes, and yes, toilet seats do harbor some bacteria, bust most of it is harmeless. Cell phones probably harbor more pathogenic bacteria. In this respect they are fomites, objects that enable the transmission of bacteria from person to person (like a door knob). You speak into a cell phone, spraying it with countless bacteria from your oral cavity - many of which may be pathogenic and cause colds, throat infections etc. Also, you put your ears right up to cell phones, which would be a great way for bacteria that cause ear infections to be transmitted - they probably thrive since the ear piece and mouth piece of a cell phone are probably the dampest, warmest and most moist area of a cell phone, and many pathogenic bacteria loves such an environment. If people share cell phones, this would be a great way for pathogenic bacteria to be transmitted from person to person. Also, if people in clinics and hospitals use their cell phones there, they may be helping to spread harmful bacteria that way.
Which of the following contain more harmful bacteria and why?
I'm a microbiology student, and I would say your cell phone contains the most harmful bacteria. Sure, you could culture bacteria from the bottom of your shoes, and yes, toilet seats do harbor some bacteria, bust most of it is harmeless. Cell phones probably harbor more pathogenic bacteria. In this respect they are fomites, objects that enable the transmission of bacteria from person to person (like a door knob). You speak into a cell phone, spraying it with countless bacteria from your oral cavity - many of which may be pathogenic and cause colds, throat infections etc. Also, you put your ears right up to cell phones, which would be a great way for bacteria that cause ear infections to be transmitted - they probably thrive since the ear piece and mouth piece of a cell phone are probably the dampest, warmest and most moist area of a cell phone, and many pathogenic bacteria loves such an environment. If people share cell phones, this would be a great way for pathogenic bacteria to be transmitted from person to person. Also, if people in clinics and hospitals use their cell phones there, they may be helping to spread harmful bacteria that way.
Can you get sick from cat litter bacteria?
My girlfriend was scrubbing the dirty litter box in water ,when she finished she realized the rubber glove she was wearing ripped,so that dirty water was soaking into her scrape,she washed her hand very good after she finished,is there anything really dangerous that could happen to her?
Can you get sick from cat litter bacteria?
No.
Mostly germs from our pets don't infect us at all.
Especially in this case.
If she was cleaning she had some sort of cleaner which killed the germs.
Reply:you can get sick from cat litter bacteria espically if the cat using the bo has some kind of sickness or disease on top of that BUT as long as ur girl washed her hands very well with soap and water and the wound is treated she should be fine
Reply:no. pregnant women aren't supposed to clean litter boxes because of the feces, but if she isn't pregnant, then she should be fine. did she have any cuts on her hand?
Reply:Since she washed her hands thoroughly, she should be fine. Pregnant women should not touch cat poop though.
Reply:as long as she is not pregnant cause it can cause birth defects
Reply:If she washed the open wound thoroughly with good soap,she should be fine. Obviously, if she's pregnant, she should get checked out. Keep an eye on it- unless the skin around the scrape has discoloration, pain or swelling, she'll be fine. I put a little neosporin/tripleantibiotic if it's serious cut. Otherwise, a dab of regular iodine.
Reply:She should be fine as long as she washed her hands very well after she finished. Cats can carry a parasite called Toxoplasmosis, which is especially dangerous for pregnant women and puts the fetus at risk, however you have to injest the parasite to get sick. Same thing with any sort of worms or other parasites. Unless she injested any of the feces, she should be ok.
Reply:She could possibly get an infection in the scrape she has. As long as she wash it with soap and water she should be ok. I would recommend cleaning the area with peroxide or rubbing alcohol, then applying first aid cream and it should be just fine.
Pregnant woman should never ever clean a cat litter box.
Reply:UM FIRST OF ALL WHY IS YOUR GIRL FRIEND CLEANING UR LITTER BOX HAHAHAHAHAHA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!... yes things can happen there could be life harming conditions she could possibly get ammonia or worse
Reply:She is OK..but if..she wipes her *** and then touches the food that you will eat..you will have a problem!
Reply:there are diseases called zoonotic diseases, these are any that can be transmitted from animal to human or from human to animal. Cats can carry diseases that can make you sick, but it is unlikely. As long as the cat has had all of its shots and it is healthy, your friend is probably fine, just clean the scrape well and use an antiseptic. Always get medical advice from a license physician before you become too nervous about the situation
Reply:Toxoplasmosis is the disease that people can get from cat litter boxes. If your cat has never lived outdoors, never been fed raw meat, never caught or ate any rodents, there should be no risk. Otherwise, you can check out the link I am sending you for further info.
http://www.metrokc.gov/HEALTH/prevcont/t...
Reply:No she should be fine. As long as she's not pregnant as toxoplasmosis could be a problem if she's not already been exposed to it prior to pregnancy! Just keep an eye on it and treat it with antiseptic and if it looks like it's getting worse then off to the Dr. for antibiotics.
Can you get sick from cat litter bacteria?
No.
Mostly germs from our pets don't infect us at all.
Especially in this case.
If she was cleaning she had some sort of cleaner which killed the germs.
Reply:you can get sick from cat litter bacteria espically if the cat using the bo has some kind of sickness or disease on top of that BUT as long as ur girl washed her hands very well with soap and water and the wound is treated she should be fine
Reply:no. pregnant women aren't supposed to clean litter boxes because of the feces, but if she isn't pregnant, then she should be fine. did she have any cuts on her hand?
Reply:Since she washed her hands thoroughly, she should be fine. Pregnant women should not touch cat poop though.
Reply:as long as she is not pregnant cause it can cause birth defects
Reply:If she washed the open wound thoroughly with good soap,she should be fine. Obviously, if she's pregnant, she should get checked out. Keep an eye on it- unless the skin around the scrape has discoloration, pain or swelling, she'll be fine. I put a little neosporin/tripleantibiotic if it's serious cut. Otherwise, a dab of regular iodine.
Reply:She should be fine as long as she washed her hands very well after she finished. Cats can carry a parasite called Toxoplasmosis, which is especially dangerous for pregnant women and puts the fetus at risk, however you have to injest the parasite to get sick. Same thing with any sort of worms or other parasites. Unless she injested any of the feces, she should be ok.
Reply:She could possibly get an infection in the scrape she has. As long as she wash it with soap and water she should be ok. I would recommend cleaning the area with peroxide or rubbing alcohol, then applying first aid cream and it should be just fine.
Pregnant woman should never ever clean a cat litter box.
Reply:UM FIRST OF ALL WHY IS YOUR GIRL FRIEND CLEANING UR LITTER BOX HAHAHAHAHAHA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!... yes things can happen there could be life harming conditions she could possibly get ammonia or worse
Reply:She is OK..but if..she wipes her *** and then touches the food that you will eat..you will have a problem!
Reply:there are diseases called zoonotic diseases, these are any that can be transmitted from animal to human or from human to animal. Cats can carry diseases that can make you sick, but it is unlikely. As long as the cat has had all of its shots and it is healthy, your friend is probably fine, just clean the scrape well and use an antiseptic. Always get medical advice from a license physician before you become too nervous about the situation
Reply:Toxoplasmosis is the disease that people can get from cat litter boxes. If your cat has never lived outdoors, never been fed raw meat, never caught or ate any rodents, there should be no risk. Otherwise, you can check out the link I am sending you for further info.
http://www.metrokc.gov/HEALTH/prevcont/t...
Reply:No she should be fine. As long as she's not pregnant as toxoplasmosis could be a problem if she's not already been exposed to it prior to pregnancy! Just keep an eye on it and treat it with antiseptic and if it looks like it's getting worse then off to the Dr. for antibiotics.
What is the function of photosystems in bacteria that have only one of the two Photosystems?
how do these bacteia carry out photosynthesis?
What is the function of photosystems in bacteria that have only one of the two Photosystems?
They carry out the photosynthesis with the help of the photosystem that they have and bacteriochlorophyll
Reply:Can search on yahoo
http://search.yahoo.com/?fr=ks-ans
Reply:They carry out cyclic photosynthesis. The role of the second photosystems in those organisms that have it is to produce NADPH. Those bacteria that only have the one photosystem use reverse electron transport to produce the NADPH, so they get by using just the one photosystem to produce ATP.
yoga
What is the function of photosystems in bacteria that have only one of the two Photosystems?
They carry out the photosynthesis with the help of the photosystem that they have and bacteriochlorophyll
Reply:Can search on yahoo
http://search.yahoo.com/?fr=ks-ans
Reply:They carry out cyclic photosynthesis. The role of the second photosystems in those organisms that have it is to produce NADPH. Those bacteria that only have the one photosystem use reverse electron transport to produce the NADPH, so they get by using just the one photosystem to produce ATP.
yoga
How does simply washing your hands kill bacteria?
hand washing is the first line of defense to prevent the spread of infection is what is taught to all health care professionals
however it is how you wash your hands not just the fact you wash them
hands have to be washed rigorously for at least 3 minutes by the use of soap and water with applied friction
bar soap should be avoided as it is contaminated by previous use and the moisture retained on it allows a medium for bacteria to grow
antibacterial soap helps but is not essential if hands are washed properly
the soap has to be massaged on and around all the fingers(in between also) in brisk motions
also to the tops and palms of the hands and around the wrists
complete rinsing of the area with water and complete drying is essential
you also have to use the paper towels to turn off the faucets
your hands should not come in contact with the faucets or they will be recontaminated
How does simply washing your hands kill bacteria?
it takes away the main bacteria =you have to wash and scrub them though to get rid of almost all the germs
Reply:It doesn't. It will however rinse them away. Though chances are, there are more of them being deposited by the water you are using.
Reply:It doesn't, unless you use scalding hot water. Use an anti-bacterial soap for best results. You need to have your hands under running water for at least 20 seconds, and use a disposable towel to dry, as it doesn't retain germs!
Reply:It works in a couple of different ways. First, it actually washes off some of the bacteria. Second, the scrubbing action actually destroys some of the bacteria by lysing them.
Reply:Okay, the soap that has antibacteral ingredients kills the latent bacteria sitting on your hands, and the friction fron rubbing your hands together kills even more germs. Then, the heat from the water washes them away, while killing some more.
Reply:It does not, it simply removes them. We are all colonized and carriers of common bacteria. Reducing the numbers reduces the statistical chance of getting or passing on an infection.......up to a point. Too much cleanliness clears the way for some other kinds of bacteria to move in.
Alas. it is the Yin and Yang of life.
Reply:It washes away he bacteria...if you use an anti-bacterial soap, that is what kills the bacteria...
Reply:It isn't "simply washing" your hands, it's the amount of TIME u
take to wash them. I figured it out and it should be a long as the tune of Happy Birthday Lyrics. Take it from Health Canada. It's true!
Diana D
however it is how you wash your hands not just the fact you wash them
hands have to be washed rigorously for at least 3 minutes by the use of soap and water with applied friction
bar soap should be avoided as it is contaminated by previous use and the moisture retained on it allows a medium for bacteria to grow
antibacterial soap helps but is not essential if hands are washed properly
the soap has to be massaged on and around all the fingers(in between also) in brisk motions
also to the tops and palms of the hands and around the wrists
complete rinsing of the area with water and complete drying is essential
you also have to use the paper towels to turn off the faucets
your hands should not come in contact with the faucets or they will be recontaminated
How does simply washing your hands kill bacteria?
it takes away the main bacteria =you have to wash and scrub them though to get rid of almost all the germs
Reply:It doesn't. It will however rinse them away. Though chances are, there are more of them being deposited by the water you are using.
Reply:It doesn't, unless you use scalding hot water. Use an anti-bacterial soap for best results. You need to have your hands under running water for at least 20 seconds, and use a disposable towel to dry, as it doesn't retain germs!
Reply:It works in a couple of different ways. First, it actually washes off some of the bacteria. Second, the scrubbing action actually destroys some of the bacteria by lysing them.
Reply:Okay, the soap that has antibacteral ingredients kills the latent bacteria sitting on your hands, and the friction fron rubbing your hands together kills even more germs. Then, the heat from the water washes them away, while killing some more.
Reply:It does not, it simply removes them. We are all colonized and carriers of common bacteria. Reducing the numbers reduces the statistical chance of getting or passing on an infection.......up to a point. Too much cleanliness clears the way for some other kinds of bacteria to move in.
Alas. it is the Yin and Yang of life.
Reply:It washes away he bacteria...if you use an anti-bacterial soap, that is what kills the bacteria...
Reply:It isn't "simply washing" your hands, it's the amount of TIME u
take to wash them. I figured it out and it should be a long as the tune of Happy Birthday Lyrics. Take it from Health Canada. It's true!
Diana D
How does simply washing your hands kill bacteria?
hand washing is the first line of defense to prevent the spread of infection is what is taught to all health care professionals
however it is how you wash your hands not just the fact you wash them
hands have to be washed rigorously for at least 3 minutes by the use of soap and water with applied friction
bar soap should be avoided as it is contaminated by previous use and the moisture retained on it allows a medium for bacteria to grow
antibacterial soap helps but is not essential if hands are washed properly
the soap has to be massaged on and around all the fingers(in between also) in brisk motions
also to the tops and palms of the hands and around the wrists
complete rinsing of the area with water and complete drying is essential
you also have to use the paper towels to turn off the faucets
your hands should not come in contact with the faucets or they will be recontaminated
How does simply washing your hands kill bacteria?
it takes away the main bacteria =you have to wash and scrub them though to get rid of almost all the germs
Reply:It doesn't. It will however rinse them away. Though chances are, there are more of them being deposited by the water you are using.
Reply:It doesn't, unless you use scalding hot water. Use an anti-bacterial soap for best results. You need to have your hands under running water for at least 20 seconds, and use a disposable towel to dry, as it doesn't retain germs!
Reply:It works in a couple of different ways. First, it actually washes off some of the bacteria. Second, the scrubbing action actually destroys some of the bacteria by lysing them.
Reply:Okay, the soap that has antibacteral ingredients kills the latent bacteria sitting on your hands, and the friction fron rubbing your hands together kills even more germs. Then, the heat from the water washes them away, while killing some more.
Reply:It does not, it simply removes them. We are all colonized and carriers of common bacteria. Reducing the numbers reduces the statistical chance of getting or passing on an infection.......up to a point. Too much cleanliness clears the way for some other kinds of bacteria to move in.
Alas. it is the Yin and Yang of life.
Reply:It washes away he bacteria...if you use an anti-bacterial soap, that is what kills the bacteria...
Reply:It isn't "simply washing" your hands, it's the amount of TIME u
take to wash them. I figured it out and it should be a long as the tune of Happy Birthday Lyrics. Take it from Health Canada. It's true!
Diana D
ivy
however it is how you wash your hands not just the fact you wash them
hands have to be washed rigorously for at least 3 minutes by the use of soap and water with applied friction
bar soap should be avoided as it is contaminated by previous use and the moisture retained on it allows a medium for bacteria to grow
antibacterial soap helps but is not essential if hands are washed properly
the soap has to be massaged on and around all the fingers(in between also) in brisk motions
also to the tops and palms of the hands and around the wrists
complete rinsing of the area with water and complete drying is essential
you also have to use the paper towels to turn off the faucets
your hands should not come in contact with the faucets or they will be recontaminated
How does simply washing your hands kill bacteria?
it takes away the main bacteria =you have to wash and scrub them though to get rid of almost all the germs
Reply:It doesn't. It will however rinse them away. Though chances are, there are more of them being deposited by the water you are using.
Reply:It doesn't, unless you use scalding hot water. Use an anti-bacterial soap for best results. You need to have your hands under running water for at least 20 seconds, and use a disposable towel to dry, as it doesn't retain germs!
Reply:It works in a couple of different ways. First, it actually washes off some of the bacteria. Second, the scrubbing action actually destroys some of the bacteria by lysing them.
Reply:Okay, the soap that has antibacteral ingredients kills the latent bacteria sitting on your hands, and the friction fron rubbing your hands together kills even more germs. Then, the heat from the water washes them away, while killing some more.
Reply:It does not, it simply removes them. We are all colonized and carriers of common bacteria. Reducing the numbers reduces the statistical chance of getting or passing on an infection.......up to a point. Too much cleanliness clears the way for some other kinds of bacteria to move in.
Alas. it is the Yin and Yang of life.
Reply:It washes away he bacteria...if you use an anti-bacterial soap, that is what kills the bacteria...
Reply:It isn't "simply washing" your hands, it's the amount of TIME u
take to wash them. I figured it out and it should be a long as the tune of Happy Birthday Lyrics. Take it from Health Canada. It's true!
Diana D
ivy
Anyways of testing if you've got bacteria in your urine at home?
You can buy test kits without a doctor's order (nonprescription) to use at home to check for urinary tract infections (UTIs). Talk to your doctor about using one of these kits. Make sure that your doctor knows about any abnormal test results so that a urinary problem is not missed.
The urinary tract consists of the kidneys, bladder, ureters, and urethra. Urine in the bladder normally is sterile-it does not contain any bacteria or other organisms (such as fungi). But bacteria can enter the urethra during urination.
Urinary tract infections are more common in women and girls than in men. This may be partly because the female urethra is shorter and closer to the anus, which allows bacteria from the intestines to come into contact more easily with the urethra. (See an illustration of the female urinary tract.) Men also have an antibacterial substance in their prostate gland that reduces their risk.
Two types of home tests can be used to test for a urinary tract infection:
* Dipstick tests. The dipstick test kit contains specially treated plastic strips (dipsticks) that you hold in your urine stream or dip into a sample of your urine. The strips test for a substance (called nitrite) produced by most urinary tract infections. Certain types of strips also test for white blood cells (leukocytes). Some types of dipsticks can test for both nitrite and leukocytes, but most types test for only one or the other. An area on the end of the strip changes color if you have an infection.
* Urine culture. Another type of home test kit is used for growing bacteria that might be in the urine. Special tubes or slides contain a substance (culture medium) that promotes the growth of bacteria. A small sample of urine is placed in the tube or on the slide. If you have an infection, bacteria will grow and become visible on the culture medium.
Most urinary tract infections can be easily cured with antibiotics. However, an untreated infection may spread to the kidneys and cause a more serious problem. If you use a home test kit, make sure that your doctor knows about any abnormal test results so that a serious problem is not missed.
Anyways of testing if you've got bacteria in your urine at home?
try mixing it with soda and see the colour change, if its green it has no bacteria, if pinkinsh then it has some
Reply:there's always gunna be abcteria everywhere...it depends what ur looking for though. if its an std dont be stupid and go to the doctor.
Reply:You don't have bacteria in your urine until you pee. Urine is sterile inside the bladder...once it leaves there it picks up bacteria. so not reallly
Reply:Don't think so, take a sample to your doctor or to doctor's lab.
Reply:No!! It has to be sent to a lab for testing!!
Reply:drink cranberry juice we all have a little bacteria in our urine my grandmother always said drink one beer and it will clean it out. my kidney doctor agrees but I'm not a drinker so i just use cranberry or cranapple juice
Reply:pee into a bowl. If it stings while your doing it then youve got a dose
Reply:Sure, if you want to spend some money and be a scientist. you can stain it and look at it under a microscope, or try to grow a culutre. The easiest and cheapest thing to do is see a doctor.
TRegarding the comment about your urine being sterile: That is only true if YOU DONT HAVE AN INFECTION. If you have a bladder infection, or a kidney infection, your urine is NOT sterile. If you had a bladder infection and they stuck a needle into your bladder to remove some urine, it would have bacteria in it.
Reply:the best way to get rid of it is and keep your body more healthy
drink more water and take
http://www.beauteetdietes.com/products/a...
or u can drink cranberry juice i just rather take caplets its cheaper then buying the juice everyday
i take 2 everyday
Reply:you can buy something called multistix, they are about £15 though. they test for about 12 different things such as lucasytes, protiene, glucose etc. they can detect infections and other abnormalities.it gives you a guideline on the leaflet so you know what your readings should be and you can then compare them.
The urinary tract consists of the kidneys, bladder, ureters, and urethra. Urine in the bladder normally is sterile-it does not contain any bacteria or other organisms (such as fungi). But bacteria can enter the urethra during urination.
Urinary tract infections are more common in women and girls than in men. This may be partly because the female urethra is shorter and closer to the anus, which allows bacteria from the intestines to come into contact more easily with the urethra. (See an illustration of the female urinary tract.) Men also have an antibacterial substance in their prostate gland that reduces their risk.
Two types of home tests can be used to test for a urinary tract infection:
* Dipstick tests. The dipstick test kit contains specially treated plastic strips (dipsticks) that you hold in your urine stream or dip into a sample of your urine. The strips test for a substance (called nitrite) produced by most urinary tract infections. Certain types of strips also test for white blood cells (leukocytes). Some types of dipsticks can test for both nitrite and leukocytes, but most types test for only one or the other. An area on the end of the strip changes color if you have an infection.
* Urine culture. Another type of home test kit is used for growing bacteria that might be in the urine. Special tubes or slides contain a substance (culture medium) that promotes the growth of bacteria. A small sample of urine is placed in the tube or on the slide. If you have an infection, bacteria will grow and become visible on the culture medium.
Most urinary tract infections can be easily cured with antibiotics. However, an untreated infection may spread to the kidneys and cause a more serious problem. If you use a home test kit, make sure that your doctor knows about any abnormal test results so that a serious problem is not missed.
Anyways of testing if you've got bacteria in your urine at home?
try mixing it with soda and see the colour change, if its green it has no bacteria, if pinkinsh then it has some
Reply:there's always gunna be abcteria everywhere...it depends what ur looking for though. if its an std dont be stupid and go to the doctor.
Reply:You don't have bacteria in your urine until you pee. Urine is sterile inside the bladder...once it leaves there it picks up bacteria. so not reallly
Reply:Don't think so, take a sample to your doctor or to doctor's lab.
Reply:No!! It has to be sent to a lab for testing!!
Reply:drink cranberry juice we all have a little bacteria in our urine my grandmother always said drink one beer and it will clean it out. my kidney doctor agrees but I'm not a drinker so i just use cranberry or cranapple juice
Reply:pee into a bowl. If it stings while your doing it then youve got a dose
Reply:Sure, if you want to spend some money and be a scientist. you can stain it and look at it under a microscope, or try to grow a culutre. The easiest and cheapest thing to do is see a doctor.
TRegarding the comment about your urine being sterile: That is only true if YOU DONT HAVE AN INFECTION. If you have a bladder infection, or a kidney infection, your urine is NOT sterile. If you had a bladder infection and they stuck a needle into your bladder to remove some urine, it would have bacteria in it.
Reply:the best way to get rid of it is and keep your body more healthy
drink more water and take
http://www.beauteetdietes.com/products/a...
or u can drink cranberry juice i just rather take caplets its cheaper then buying the juice everyday
i take 2 everyday
Reply:you can buy something called multistix, they are about £15 though. they test for about 12 different things such as lucasytes, protiene, glucose etc. they can detect infections and other abnormalities.it gives you a guideline on the leaflet so you know what your readings should be and you can then compare them.
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