Microbiology and Disease Quiz

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Which type of disease can be spread from person to person?

  • Pathogenic disease
  • Noninfectious disease
  • Infectious disease (correct)
  • Genetic disorder

What is the role of vectors in disease transmission?

  • Decomposing organic matter
  • Transmitting pathogens from a host to a new organism (correct)
  • Producing toxins that disrupt normal cell functions
  • Resisting diseases

Which part of the body is considered a portal of entry for pathogens?

  • Nervous system
  • Mucous membranes (correct)
  • Bones and joints
  • Digestive system

What is the main function of pathogenic bacteria in the context of diseases?

<p>Produce toxins that disrupt normal cell functions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended duration for proper hand washing, according to experts?

<p>20 to 30 seconds (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following can be considered a carrier of pathogens?

<p>An organism with normal body functions disrupted by a microbe (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which microorganism causes strep throat?

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

What is the vector for the transmission of HIV?

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

Which of the following is a viral disease affecting the nerves, leading to paralysis?

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

What is the purpose of vaccines?

<p>To help the body fight invaders (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which substance causes cells to mutate?

<p>X-rays (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which famous scientist discovered the first antibiotic?

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

Which disease is caused by a parasite that destroys red blood cells and makes a person tired and lethargic?

<p>African Sleeping Sickness (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary method of transmission for the Ebola virus?

<p>Transmission through bodily fluids of a sick individual (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used by the CDC to describe bacteria that are pan-resistant to all forms of antibiotics?

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

Which virus is known to contain parts of several different viruses that previously affected pigs, birds, and humans?

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

What is the main method of infection for the Bird Flu (Avian Influenza)?

<p>Infects humans in contact with infected poultry (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does HIV target in the human body?

<p>T-Cells (immune cells) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used by the CDC to describe the regular or seasonal flu?

<p>'Regular flu' (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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