20 Questions
Which one of these is the most effective against endospores?
Sterilization
Which one of these is NOT a factor that influences the effectiveness of agents used to control microbial populations?
Color
Which one of these is a physical agent used to control microbial populations?
Radiation
Which one of these is NOT a procedure used to evaluate the effectiveness of antimicrobial agents?
Microbial growth curve
Which one of these is used for disinfection and is usually applied to inanimate objects?
Disinfectant
Which one of these is true about sanitization?
Sanitization is the reduction of microbial population to levels deemed safe.
Which one of these is true about antiseptics?
Antiseptics are chemical agents that kill or inhibit growth of microorganisms when applied to tissue.
Which one of these is true about alcohols, hydrogen peroxide, and others?
They can be antiseptic, disinfectants, sanitizers, or sterilants depending on concentration, length of exposure, and delivery method.
Which one of these is true about -cidal agents?
-cidal agents indicate that they kill microorganisms.
Which one of these is true about the Pattern of Microbial Death?
Population death occurs exponentially.
Which one of these is true about the response to temperature?
Heat shock response helps keep proteins from denaturing.
Which of the following is NOT a factor that affects water activity for bacteria?
Halophiles
Which of the following pH ranges is suitable for acidophiles to grow?
pH 0 - 5
Which type of microorganism uses oxygen as the ultimate electron acceptor?
Aerobes
What is the temperature and time required for flash pasteurization?
72°C for 15 seconds
Which of the following physical agents is effective against all types of microorganisms, including spores?
Steam sterilization
What is the purpose of using an autoclave for steam sterilization?
To kill all bacteria and endospores
Which of the following chemical agents can be used inside patients?
Antibiotics
What is the main effect of penicillin on bacteria?
Blocking cell wall synthesis
Lyme Disease also known as Barelia burgdorferi which statement is not correct about it.
To protect yourself from ticks the only way is not going out into long grasses.
Test your knowledge on microbial growth and its control with this quiz. Explore the various physical and chemical agents used to control and destroy microorganisms. Gain a deeper understanding of the importance of eliminating microorganisms to prevent food spoilage and disease.
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