Microbe Growth and Control Quiz
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What is the main difference between disinfection and sterilization?

  • Disinfection and sterilization both only destroy disease agents
  • Disinfection only destroys disease agents, while sterilization kills all forms of life (correct)
  • Disinfection kills all forms of life, while sterilization only destroys disease agents
  • Disinfection and sterilization are the same thing
  • Which method is the best for controlling microbe growth?

  • Filtration
  • Autoclaving (correct)
  • Radiation
  • Pasteurization
  • Which chemical method affects the cell membrane of microorganisms?

  • Alkaline
  • Denaturation (correct)
  • PAS
  • Formaldehyde
  • What is the mode of action of synthetic chemotherapeutic agents?

    <p>Binds to the active site directly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first synthetic chemotherapeutic agent used to treat syphilis?

    <p>606</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the structure of sulfanilamide?

    <p>Similar to PABA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which synthetic chemotherapeutic agent inhibits reactions that require vitamin B6 as a coenzyme?

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

    What is the mode of action of AZT?

    <p>Inhibits DNA replication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which chemical method affects proteins of microorganisms?

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

    What is the main difference between bactericidal and bacteriostatic agents?

    <p>Bactericidal agents kill microorganisms, while bacteriostatic agents inhibit growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method prevents multiplication of microorganisms by lack of water?

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

    Which method is good for heat sensitive media or serum?

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

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    Test your knowledge on microbe growth and control with this informative quiz! Learn about the methods used to control the growth of microorganisms, including disinfection, sterilization, and heat. Discover the contributions of Pasteur, Koch, and Lister to the field and the best ways to autoclave and pasteurize. Put your skills to the test and see how much you know about this crucial topic in microbiology!

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