Microbiology 020 - General Microbiology » Spring 2021 » Chapter 1 Quiz

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Question #1
Which scientist showed that anthrax was caused by the bacterium, Bacillus anthracis?
A.   Joseph Lister
B.   Robert Koch
C.   Louis Pasteur
D.   Antonie van Leeuwenhoek
E.   Ignaz Semmelweis
Question #2
Using microbes to detoxify a site contaminated with heavy metals is an example of _____.
A.   biotechnology
B.   immunology
C.   decomposition
D.   epidemiology
E.   bioremediation
Question #3
When assigning a scientific name to an organism,
A.   both genus and species names are italicized or underlined.
B.   the species name is placed first.
C.   both genus and species names are capitalized.
D.   the species name is capitalized.
E.   the species name can be abbreviated.
Question #4
Cells, like bacteria and archaea, that do not have a nucleus in their cells have traditionally been called _____.
A.   eukaryotes
B.   decomposers
C.   prokaryotes
D.   pathogens
E.   fermenters
Question #5
Which of the following is a unique characteristic of viruses that distinguishes them from the other major groups of microorganisms?
A.   Cause human disease
B.   Cannot be seen without a microscope
C.   Lack a nucleus
D.   Lack cell structure
E.   Contain genetic material
Question #6
Disease-causing microorganisms are called _____.
A.   fermenters
B.   decomposers
C.   eukaryotes
D.   pathogens
E.   prokaryotes
Question #7
Which of the following is not considered a microorganism?
A.   Protozoan
B.   Bacterium
C.   Virus
D.   Fungus
E.   Mosquito
Question #8
Which of the following is not a human use of microorganisms?
A.   Cleaning up oil spills
B.   Manufacturing copper wire
C.   Mass producing antibiotics
D.   Treating water and sewage
E.   Making bread

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