Bacillus thuringiensis: Microbial Insect Pathogen Quiz
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Which characteristic differentiates Clostridium from Bacillus cereus?

  • Presence of crystalline toxins
  • Formation of ellipsoidal spores
  • Motility in the presence of oxygen
  • Formation of cuboid or diamond-shaped crystals (correct)
  • How can the insecticidal toxin crystals in Bacillus thuringiensis be demonstrated?

  • By staining with safranin
  • By staining with crystal violet
  • Through electron microscopy
  • With phase contrast microscopy (correct)
  • Which of the following Bacillus species is commonly used for genetic modification of plants to make them pest-resistant?

  • Bacillus cereus
  • Bacillus subtilis
  • Bacillus thuringiensis (correct)
  • Bacillus anthracis
  • What is a common lab contaminant that may be mistaken for Bacillus anthracis?

    <p>Clostridium perfringens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what type of environment do Clostridium species typically thrive?

    <p><strong>Strictly anaerobic conditions</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the manifestation of Bacillus cereus food poisoning if the food is eaten without adequate reheating?

    <p>Foamy and foul-smelling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBO2) impact bacterial growth?

    <p>Blocks further bacterial growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is another name commonly used for Bacillus cereus food poisoning?

    <p>Pig Bel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic feature of Clostridium tetani, commonly known as Drumstick bacillus?

    <p>Spore-forming and round spores</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of inflammation does necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) cause?

    <p>Inflammation of both small intestines and colon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the former name of C.perfringens?

    <p>Clostridium welchii</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Clostridium species is characterized by spastic paralysis?

    <p>Clostridium tetani</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the common name for C.perfringens?

    <p>Welch’s bacillus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Clostridium species causes botulism characterized by flaccid paralysis?

    <p>C. botulinum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of anaerobes are Clostridioides difficile and C.perfringens classified as?

    <p>Obligate anaerobes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Clostridium species is known to cause gas gangrene?

    <p>C. novyi</p> Signup and view all the answers

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