Candidiasis Infection Quiz
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Which type of infection is caused by Candida?

  • Viral infection
  • Bacterial infection
  • Protozoal infection
  • Fungal infection (correct)
  • What is another name for candidiasis in the mouth and throat?

  • Strep throat
  • Oral herpes
  • Gingivitis
  • Oral thrush (correct)
  • What is one of the common symptoms of candidiasis in the mouth and throat?

  • Metallic taste in the mouth
  • Yellow patches on the tongue
  • Itching in the mouth
  • Burning sensation in the throat (correct)
  • Which part of the body may suffer from candidiasis if the environment inside changes to encourage fungal growth?

    <p>Gut</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the symptoms of candidiasis in the esophagus?

    <p>Pain while swallowing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not a risk factor for candidiasis in the mouth and throat?

    <p>Being a healthy adult</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common cause of candidiasis in the esophagus?

    <p>Weakened immune system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medical condition increases the risk of candidiasis in the mouth and throat?

    <p>Cancer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a recommended way to prevent candidiasis in the mouth and throat?

    <p>Maintain good oral health</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is at higher risk for candidiasis in the mouth and throat?

    <p>Babies under 1 month old</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which phase of bacterial growth does rapid exponential growth occur?

    <p>Log phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main method of bacterial replication?

    <p>Binary fission</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which bacterial stages are characterized by the accumulation of toxic products and a decline in viable bacteria?

    <p>Stationary phase and death phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between the number of cells in the log phase and the generation time?

    <p>The number of cells is directly proportional to the generation time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of bacteria form stable resting stages and are resistant to various environmental factors?

    <p>Endospore-forming bacteria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which enzyme is responsible for the heat resistance of spores?

    <p>Dipicolinate synthase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason obligate anaerobes cannot tolerate free oxygen?

    <p>Lack of enzymes to detoxify destructive metabolic by-products of oxygen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the growth temperature range for psychrotrophs?

    <p>0 to 30°C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which microorganisms grow better at high CO2 concentrations?

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

    What is the purpose of siderophores in microorganisms?

    <p>Enhance uptake of iron</p> Signup and view all the answers

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