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.   Ignaz Semmelweis
B.   Louis Pasteur
C.   Antonie van Leeuwenhoek
D.   Robert Koch
E.   Joseph Lister
Question #2
Using microbes to detoxify a site contaminated with heavy metals is an example of _____.
A.   biotechnology
B.   bioremediation
C.   epidemiology
D.   decomposition
E.   immunology
Question #3
When assigning a scientific name to an organism,
A.   both genus and species names are capitalized.
B.   the species name can be abbreviated.
C.   both genus and species names are italicized or underlined.
D.   the species name is placed first.
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.   fermenters
B.   prokaryotes
C.   decomposers
D.   pathogens
E.   eukaryotes
Question #5
Which of the following is a unique characteristic of viruses that distinguishes them from the other major groups of microorganisms?
A.   Lack cell structure
B.   Contain genetic material
C.   Cause human disease
D.   Lack a nucleus
E.   Cannot be seen without a microscope
Question #6
Disease-causing microorganisms are called _____.
A.   pathogens
B.   eukaryotes
C.   prokaryotes
D.   decomposers
E.   fermenters
Question #7
Which of the following is not considered a microorganism?
A.   Fungus
B.   Virus
C.   Mosquito
D.   Protozoan
E.   Bacterium
Question #8
Which of the following is not a human use of microorganisms?
A.   Cleaning up oil spills
B.   Manufacturing copper wire
C.   Treating water and sewage
D.   Making bread
E.   Mass producing antibiotics

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