Binary Fission

• What type of organisms are bacteria classified as?

  Bacteria are prokaryotes
• How is the genetic information of bacteria organized?

  The genetic information is not enclosed in a nucleus
• What process do bacteria use to multiply?

  Bacteria multiply by binary fission
• What happens during binary fission?

  One bacterial cell splits into two bacterial cells
• How often can bacteria carry out binary fission under ideal conditions?

  Every 20 minutes
• What conditions are necessary for bacteria to multiply rapidly?

  Enough nutrients and suitable temperature
• How do you calculate the number of bacteria after a certain time?

  Use the equation: number of bacteria = $2^n$, where $n$ is the number of rounds of division
• What are the key factors affecting bacterial multiplication?

  • Nutrient availability
  • Suitable temperature
  • Time intervals for division