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

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