10 Questions
What type of bacteria would be best suited for growth in the environment shown in the figure?
Obligate anaerobes
Which of the following bacteria is deficient in a cell wall?
Mycoplasma
What is the term used for an organism that is killed by oxygen?
Obligate anaerobe
Which disease is characterized by catarrhal, paroxysmal, and convalescent stages?
Pertussis
Which method of physical control non-specifically alters proteins and nucleic acids?
Radiation
A patient with active tuberculosis infection is placed in ______ precautions and healthcare workers should always wear ______ when providing care.
Droplet, mask
Which method of microbial control physically removes microbes from samples?
Filtration
Which of the following chemicals is widely used as a household disinfectant and decomposes into water and oxygen gas?
Hydrogen peroxide
What was one of the first chemicals used by Lister to prevent surgical infections?
Carbolic acid
Which of the following lacks a cell wall?
Mycoplasma
Test your knowledge on bacteria structures and characteristics with this quiz. Questions cover topics like helically curved rods, cell wall composition, and bacterial growth environments.
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