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

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