Introduction to Microbiology

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What process do algae and certain bacteria utilize to produce food?

  • Photosynthesis (correct)
  • Decomposition
  • Genetic engineering
  • Bioremediation

Why are microbes referred to as indispensable for normal, balanced life on earth?

  • As a result of their adaptability
  • Due to their involvement in nutrient production and energy flow (correct)
  • For their role in bioremediation
  • Because they are all parasites

Which field applies the power of microbes toward the manufacture of industrial products, foods, and drugs?

  • Decomposition science
  • Parasitology
  • Genetic engineering
  • Biotechnology (correct)

What is the main reason that microbiology has branched out into many sub-sciences and applications?

<p>Simplicity, growth rate, and adaptability of microbes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of microbes in the breakdown and recycling of nutrients?

<p>Decomposition (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of organisms require magnification to be adequately observed or studied?

<p>Microorganisms (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic that distinguishes bacteria from other microorganisms?

<p>Being prokaryotic (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do viruses benefit from infecting bacteria in certain situations?

<p>By using bacteriophages to combat bacterial infections (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following microorganisms is NOT mentioned in the text as a group of unicellular beings?

<p>Fungi (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the ecological importance of algae among the mentioned microorganisms?

<p>Producing food through photosynthesis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What differentiates fungi from bacteria based on the information provided?

<p>Being multicellular (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following microorganisms is involved in nitrogen fixation according to the text?

<p>Bacteria (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which group of microorganisms is responsible for extracting nutrients from organic matter through enzymatic action?

<p>Fungi (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which microorganisms are primarily known for converting sunlight to chemical energy during photosynthesis?

<p>Algae (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes viruses from bacteria in terms of reproduction?

<p>Bacteria require a host cell to multiply (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which group of microorganisms can lead to immunity after causing viral infections?

<p>Viruses (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role do some protozoans play in aquatic environments?

<p>Playing important roles in aquatic environments (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which microorganisms can produce mycotoxins with toxic effects on humans and animals?

<p>Fungi (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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