This image-rich BioMedia article features a micro-naturalist's observations of bacteria. It discusses the importance of bacteria to the biosphere and examines their role in decomposition, photosynthesis, and respiration. It traces bacteria through the evolution of life and introduces the formation of symbiotic bacteria. This article is part of a series called "The Lives of Micro-organisms: A Micro-Naturalist's Notebook". The website also contains links to other articles and features of BioMedia, including a gallery of images and a teacher page with various downloadable teaching guides for BioMedia programs.
Subject: Biology:Ecology:Symbiotic Relations, Biology, Ecology:Symbiotic Relations:Mutualism, Biology:Ecology:Metabolism, Biology:Microbiology, Diversity, Evolution Resource Type: Scientific Resources:Overview/Reference Work Grade Level: General Public, High School (9-12), Intermediate (3-5), Middle (6-8)Keywords: mitochondria, filamentous bacteria, flagella, cyanobacteria, Anabaena
