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

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