Microbiology 2010 - Microbiology with Lab » Summer 2022 » Post-Test Chapter 1

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Question #1
The invention of the microscope led to the discovery of a new kingdom of organisms.
A.   False
B.   True
Question #2
What are the two major categories of cells?
A.   Plants and animals
B.   Bacteria and viruses
C.   Prokaryotes and eukaryotes
D.   Pathogens and non-pathogens
Question #3
When a eukaryotic cell reaches a certain size, this stimulates the cell to undergo _________ , which means it divides itself into two equal parts.
A.   mitosis
B.   synthesis
C.   prokaryotic
D.   meiosis
Question #4
________ are structures that perform the daily functions of the cell.
A.   nucleus
B.   cytoplasm
C.   Cell membrane
D.   organelles
Question #5
Which of the following maintains the shape of the cell?
A.   Nucleus
B.   Cell membrane
C.   Endoplasmic reticulum
D.   Cytoplasm
Question #6
The endoplasmic reticulum transports materials in and out of the cell nucleus and facilitates intracellular communication.
A.   False
B.   True
Question #7
Bacteria can produce ______ in response to adverse conditions, which allows them to regenerate later when conditions improve.
A.   spores
B.   nucleus
C.   Cell membrane
D.   organelles
Question #8
Normal flora is only found on skin and around openings of the body such as the mouth and nose.
A.   True
B.   False
Question #9
Intact skin is an effective barrier against pathogens.
A.   False
B.   True
Question #10
Which of the following is an example of protective barriers in the digestive system?
A.   All of these
B.   Acidic pH of the stomach
C.   Saliva
D.   Alkaline environment of the intestines
Question #11
What are the primary functions of the innate immune response?
A.   Attack the pathogen and alert the adaptive immune response
B.   Produce antibodies in response to the pathogen
C.   Signal T cells to produce cytokines in response to the pathogen
D.   Create memory cells to prepare the body for future attacks
Question #12
Microorganisms with low levels of virulence cannot cause disease in a person with a weakened immune system.
A.   False
B.   True
Question #13
A _______ is an inanimate object that is capable of transmitting disease.
A.   miniscule
B.   fomite
C.   omicron
Question #14
What type of transmission occurs when a pathogen is spread though sneezing or coughing?
A.   Indirect contact
B.   Common vehicle
C.   Direct contact
D.   Airborne
Question #15
________ is caused by the dilatation of blood vessels which allows the passage of fluid, antibodies, and WBCs into the infected body area.
A.   Irrigation
B.   rapture
C.   Pressure
D.   Inflammation

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