Chapter 23

Describe the relationship between Lactobacillus acidophilus and glycogen in the vagina. What factors influence the differences between the normal vaginal flora of adult females as compared to that of prepubescent juvenile females? (Section 23.5)

Identify the role of the capsule and the fimbriae of bacteria in microbial adherence. (Section 23.7)

Distinguish between the mechanism of cytotoxins and \(\mathrm{AB}\) toxins. Provide at least one example of each. (Section 23.9)