1. Introduction to Microbiology
Introduction to Microbiology
- Multiple ChoiceIn microbiology laboratory procedures, what is the primary purpose of using a sterile spreader?26views
- Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following is the most common site of a nosocomial infection?35views
- Multiple ChoiceWhich process is primarily responsible for the biological breakdown of most organic matter in sewage during wastewater treatment?18views
- Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following best explains why bed rest and analgesics are recommended treatments for infectious mononucleosis?32views
- Multiple ChoiceAll of the following are components in the chain of infection EXCEPT:34views
- Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following best describes the primary focus of microbiology?24views
- Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following best describes time-temperature abuse in the context of microbiology and food safety?20views
- Multiple ChoiceThe presence of pus is a sign of which of the following?43views
- Multiple Choice
Which of these is considered a microbe but NOT a microorganism?
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Which of these are characteristics of microorganisms?
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Antonie van Leeuwenhoek observed microorganisms under his microscope and called them 'animalicules' (little animals). Which microorganisms did he observe?
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Robert Hook's and Antonie van Leeuwenhoek's microscopes were not powerful enough to observe:
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Match the people in column A to their contribution toward the advancement of microbiology, in column B.
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Recombinant DNA is
a. DNA in bacteria.
b. the study of how genes work.
c. the DNA resulting when genes of two different organisms are mixed.
d. the use of bacteria in the production of foods.
e. the production of proteins by genes.
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Which of the following is a beneficial activity of microorganisms?
a. Some microorganisms are used as food for humans.
b. Some microorganisms use carbon dioxide.
c. Some microorganisms provide nitrogen for plant growth.
d. Some microorganisms are used in sewage treatment processes.
e. all of the above
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