Bacterial Pathogens and Toxins Quiz
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Which bacterial species is characterized by being spore-forming, having a unique protein capsule, and causing anthrax?

  • Streptococcus pyogenes
  • Bacillus anthracis (correct)
  • Neisseria meningitidis
  • Mycobacterium tuberculosis
  • What is the primary mode of transmission of Neisseria gonorrhoeae?

  • Direct contact
  • Contaminated food
  • Sexually transmitted (correct)
  • Waterborne
  • Which bacterium is responsible for causing strep sore throat, impetigo, puerperal fever, and rheumatic fever?

  • Neisseria meningitidis
  • Streptococcus pyogenes (correct)
  • Mycobacterium tuberculosis
  • Staphylococcus aureus
  • Which bacterium is known for causing scalded skin syndrome and toxic shock syndrome?

    <p>Staphylococcus aureus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes Neisseria meningitidis from other organisms mentioned in the text?

    <p>Infects only humans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a distinguishing feature of Streptococcus pyogenes among the listed bacteria?

    <p>Beta-hemolytic properties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which bacterium is characterized by producing exfoliative toxins and is associated with scalded skin syndrome?

    <p>Staphylococcus aureus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which bacterium is responsible for causing neonatal infections, especially in newborns?

    <p>Neisseria gonorrhoeae</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which bacterium is commonly found as normal flora in the gastrointestinal tract and is associated with foodborne infections?

    <p>Bacillus anthracis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which bacterium is a common cause of puerperal fever, especially in postpartum women?

    <p>Streptococcus pyogenes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which bacterium is known for being associated with acute glomerulonephritis, a kidney condition?

    <p>Streptococcus pyogenes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which bacterium is characterized by causing acute tonsillitis, especially strep sore throat?

    <p>Streptococcus pyogenes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which bacterium is commonly associated with meningitis and Waterhouse Friderichsen Syndrome?

    <p>Neisseria meningitidis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which bacterium is a known cause of rheumatic fever?

    <p>Streptococcus pyogenes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which bacterium is associated with septicemia and has a particular pathogenic feature called 'Hyalyronidase'?

    <p>Staphylococcus aureus</p> Signup and view all the answers

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