Microbiology and Microorganisms Sizes Quiz
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Which type of microorganisms are composed of genetic material surrounded by a protein coat?

  • Bacteria
  • Viruses (correct)
  • Protists
  • Archaea

What is the correct order of sizes from smallest to biggest for Virus, prion, bacteria, fungi?

  • Bacteria, Virus, Prion, Fungi
  • Virus, Prion, Fungi, Bacteria
  • Prion, Virus, Bacteria, Fungi
  • Virus, Prion, Bacteria, Fungi (correct)

What is the main feature distinguishing prokaryotic cells from eukaryotic cells?

  • Presence of mitochondria
  • Presence of ribosomes
  • Presence of a nucleus (correct)
  • Presence of a cell wall

Where can microbes be found?

<p>In soil, water, air, and living organisms (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of decomposers in an ecosystem?

<p>Break down organic matter and recycle nutrients (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a pathogen?

<p>A microorganism that causes disease (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of pathogen?

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

What is the function of nucleic acids in cells?

<p>Information-carrying molecules (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between a scientific theory and a scientific law?

<p>A theory can change as new evidence arises, while a law remains constant. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who proposed the theory of Biogenesis?

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

What was Robert Koch's contribution to Microbiology?

<p>Developing the germ theory of disease (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If you know the power of the ocular lens is 10x and the power of the objective lens is 40x, what is the total magnification of the microscope?

<p>$100\times$ (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers
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