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

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