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

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