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

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