In this section, you will learn about the two major groups of prokaryotes, bacteria and archaea. For each group, we will talk about how these living things survive and grow, by discussing their physical structure, methods of getting energy, and methods of reproduction. We will also discuss how these living things interact with other living things, including humans.
This is important because prokaryotes are incredibly common and have a huge impact on our lives. You may already know some of the ways bacteria can be harmful to you, and this is certainly important information. It is also important, however, to understand how prokaryotes help us. Scientists have used knowledge of prokaryotes to create medications and vaccines that have led to a healthier life for billions of people.
This is important because prokaryotes are incredibly common and have a huge impact on our lives. You may already know some of the ways bacteria can be harmful to you, and this is certainly important information. It is also important, however, to understand how prokaryotes help us. Scientists have used knowledge of prokaryotes to create medications and vaccines that have led to a healthier life for billions of people.
Scientific Concepts:
- The major parts of the bacteria cell and what each of the do
- The ways bacteria move
- The ways bacteria reproduce
- Ways bacteria are helpful and harmful
- How archae and bacteria are similar and how they are different
- The places archae live
