Describe the general structure of a virus and the more specific structure of a bacteriophage. Explain the process of viral infection using HIV as an example. Contrast lytic and lysogenic cycles. Understand the importance and consequence of cell transformation by viruses. Explain how prions may cause disease.
Bacteria Differentiate between prokaryotes and eukaryotes.
Know the structure of a bacterium, its cell wall and how it is affected by certain antibiotics. Describe the interior features of a eubacterial cell. Compare Archaebacteria and Eubacteria cell structure and metabolism. Understand why mutation is important to the genetic diversity of bacteria. Differentiate among photosynthetic, chemoautotrophic and heterotrophic bacteria in terms of how they obtain energy to sustain their numerous metabolic processes.