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

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