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What is microbiology?

The study of microscopic organisms and their impact on environmental health

The study of microscopic organisms and their impact on human health (correct)

The study of macroscopic organisms and their impact on environmental health

The study of macroscopic organisms and their impact on human health

How is 'micro' defined in microbiology?

Referring to organisms that are harmful to humans

Referring to organisms that are beneficial to humans

Referring to organisms that are visible to the naked eye

Referring to organisms that must be viewed with a microscope (correct)

What is infection?

The reaction of the host tissues to the infectious agents and the toxins they produce

The invasion of an organism's body tissues by harmless agents and their multiplication

The study of disease causing agents and their impact on human health

The invasion of an organism's body tissues by disease causing agents and their multiplication (correct)

Why should we study microbiology?

To understand disease, public health, industrial application, environmental impact, and agriculture Signup and view all the answers

What does biology refer to in microbiology?

The study of living organisms Signup and view all the answers

What is microbiology primarily concerned with?

Study of microscopic organisms and their impact on health Signup and view all the answers

What does 'micro' refer to in microbiology?

Very small organisms requiring a microscope for viewing Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of infection?

Invasion of an organism’s body tissues by disease causing agents and their multiplication Signup and view all the answers

What does the field of microbiology encompass?

Aetiology, pathogenesis, diagnosis, treatment, and preventive measures related to microorganisms Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for studying microbiology in relation to public health?

Understanding and controlling the spread of diseases Signup and view all the answers