Microbiology: Bacterial Classification Quiz
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Which feature is NOT a primary basis for classifying bacteria?

  • Reaction to Gram stain
  • Cell shape
  • Presence of membranous organelles (correct)
  • Motility
  • What is the term for spherical-shaped bacteria?

  • Cocci (correct)
  • Vibrio
  • Spirochaetes
  • Bacilli
  • Which bacterial arrangement refers to a chain of cocci?

  • Staphylococcus
  • Diplococcus
  • Single coccus
  • Streptococcus (correct)
  • What is a key distinguishing characteristic of eukaryotic microbes compared to prokaryotic microbes?

    <p>Presence of cytoskeleton (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes the shape of Vibrio cholerae?

    <p>Comma-shaped (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which process is specific to eukaryotic cells and is involved in the distribution of genetic material?

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

    What is the arrangement of bacteria that form a cluster of cocci?

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

    Which of these is a type of spiral shaped bacteria?

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

    What critical step did Koch add to the experiments on disease transmission?

    <p>He grew bacteria in a nutrient fluid outside of a host. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in Koch's postulates for identifying disease-causing microorganisms?

    <p>Confirming the presence of the microorganism in affected animals but not in healthy ones. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Koch’s postulates, what should occur after a cultured microorganism is injected into a healthy animal?

    <p>The animal should develop the same disease. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the last step in Koch’s Postulates?

    <p>The microorganism must be isolated from a newly infected animal and identified. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of droplet transmission of disease?

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    Which route of transmission is specific to respiratory diseases such as flu?

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    How are the microorganisms in the droplet infection typically transmitted in the air?

    <p>Inhaled by other people. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of region in the body is commonly affected by microorganisms transmitted via droplet infection?

    <p>The airways of the lungs. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cellular structure is present in Eukarya but absent in both Bacteria and Archaea?

    <p>Lysosomes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the composition of flagella in Bacteria?

    <p>One protein fiber (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key difference in the organization of genetic material between Archaea and Bacteria?

    <p>DNA complexed with histones (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of lipids are typically found in the plasma membrane of Bacteria?

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    Which parasitic infection listed can manifest as chorioretinitis?

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

    Which process is exclusively found among Bacteria and Archaea but not in Eukarya?

    <p>Introns in genes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mode of transmission for Trichomoniasis?

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

    What type of cell wall component is present in Bacteria but absent in Archaea and Eukarya?

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

    Which parasitic infection is associated with the formation of amoebic abscesses in the body?

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

    How does the structure of flagella differ between Eukarya and the other two domains?

    <p>Eukaryotic flagella are membrane-bound containing microtubules. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic only found in Eukaryotic ribosomes?

    <p>They are 80S in size (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which parasitic infection is commonly associated with splenomegaly?

    <p>Toxoplasmosis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary location in the body where trophozoites emerge from cysts in giardiasis?

    <p>Small Intestine (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is characteristic of Archaea, but not Bacteria nor Eukarya?

    <p>The presence glycerol diethers or diglycerol tetraethers (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which infection is associated with symptoms including vaginal discharge, odor and edema or erythema?

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

    The presence of which of the following would definitively categorize a cell as Eukaryotic?

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

    What factor is related to the impairment of mucosal function in Giardiasis?

    <p>Host immune response and adherent protozoa (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these parasitic infections is MOST commonly transmitted through ingestion of fecally contaminated water?

    <p>Giardiasis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a defining characteristic of complex symmetry viruses?

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    What is the primary distinction between DNA and RNA viruses regarding their replication location?

    <p>DNA viruses replicate in the nucleus, while RNA viruses replicate in the cytoplasm. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A virion is best described as:

    <p>An individual virus particle. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these describes the most significant difference between RNA and DNA viruses?

    <p>DNA viruses are double-stranded while RNA viruses are single-stranded. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an 'envelope' in the context of viral structure?

    <p>A membrane made from lipids and proteins present outside the capsid in some viruses. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason bacteriophages are named as such?

    <p>They are viruses that primarily infect bacteria. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the F factor in E. coli?

    <p>To enable the bacterium to act as a donor during conjugation. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on the content, what are the three main criteria that are currently used for classifying viruses?

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    Which is a key difference between DNA and RNA viruses in terms of their mutation rate?

    <p>RNA viruses mutate at a higher rate than DNA viruses. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the role of sex pili in bacterial conjugation?

    <p>They recognize and bind to recipient cells, forming a bridge for DNA transfer. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary way that Salmonella typhi is typically transmitted?

    <p>Through contaminated water and food. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which bacterial disease is caused by an acid-fast bacterium?

    <p>Tuberculosis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which bacterial species is a gram-positive, spore-forming rod that can cause paralysis?

    <p><em>Clostridium tetani</em> (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following diseases is primarily transmitted through sexual contact?

    <p>Gonorrhea (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes archaea?

    <p>Unicellular microscopic organisms that act as producers or decomposers. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which bacterium is responsible for causing stomach ulcers?

    <p><em>Helicobacter pylori</em> (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the F-plasmid?

    <p>A self-replicating DNA molecule that can contain antibiotic resistance genes. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a method of transmission for bacterial diseases?

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

    Flashcards

    Immunosuppressed patients

    Patients with weakened immune systems, making them more susceptible to severe infections.

    Toxoplasmosis

    An infection caused by Toxoplasma gondii, leading to multi-organ issues in immunosuppressed patients.

    Toxoplasma gondii

    A protozoan parasite causing Toxoplasmosis, can lead to severe symptoms in certain patients.

    Giardiasis

    An intestinal infection caused by Giardia lamblia, often from contaminated water or food.

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    Trichomoniasis

    A urogenital infection caused by Trichomonas vaginalis, characterized by vaginal discharge and odor.

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    Entamoeba histolytica

    A parasite causing Amoebiasis, leading to intestinal disease and possible abscesses.

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    Amoebiasis

    An intestinal infection characterized by symptoms like abdominal pain and diarrhea, potentially leading to abscesses.

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    Symptoms of Toxoplasmosis

    Severe symptoms may include fever, polmyositis, and encephalitis in susceptible individuals.

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    Eukaryotic Microbes

    Diverse organisms with complex cells containing membranous organelles.

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    Cytoskeleton

    Network of filaments providing shape and support to eukaryotic cells.

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    Mitosis

    Process where eukaryotic cells divide their genetic material into two identical daughter cells.

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    Cocci

    Spherical-shaped bacteria.

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    Bacilli

    Rod-shaped bacteria.

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    Spirochaetes

    Spiral or corkscrew-shaped bacteria.

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    Gram Stain

    A method to classify bacteria based on their cell wall structure.

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    Staphylococcus

    Bacteria that form clusters resembling grapes.

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    F cells

    Donor cells in E. coli that can transfer DNA to recipient cells.

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    F factor

    A genetic sequence necessary for a bacterium to serve as a donor during conjugation.

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    Sex pili

    Hair-like extensions that help donor cells connect with recipient cells during conjugation.

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    Conjugation bridge

    Cytoplasmic connection formed between donor and recipient bacterial cells during conjugation.

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    Bacterial plasmid

    A small, circular piece of DNA that can carry extra genes, such as the F factor.

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    Borditela pertussis

    Causative agent of whooping cough; a Gram-negative rod bacterium.

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    Neisseria meningitidis

    Causative agent of meningococcal meningitis; a Gram-negative diplococcus.

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    Mycobacterium tuberculosis

    Causative agent of tuberculosis; an acid-fast bacterium.

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    Cholera

    Caused by Vibrio cholerae; a Gram-negative motile vibro affecting intestines.

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    Archaea

    Unicellular microorganisms that live in extreme environments; known as archaean.

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    Icosahedral structure

    A rigid virus structure that provides genome protection, found in certain viruses.

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    Complex Symmetry

    Viruses with intricate structures that differ from simple icosahedral and helical forms.

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    Bacteriophages

    Viruses that specifically infect prokaryotic cells, particularly bacteria.

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    DNA viruses

    Viruses containing DNA as genetic material, usually double-stranded.

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    RNA viruses

    Viruses that consist of RNA as genetic material, often single-stranded.

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    Virion

    The complete virus particle that contains all necessary components to infect host cells.

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    Viral Classification Criteria

    Criteria to classify viruses based on genome type, replication strategy, and host type.

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    HIV

    A virus that attacks the immune system and can lead to AIDS if untreated.

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    True membrane-bound nucleus

    A nucleus enclosed by a membrane found in Eukarya.

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    Plasmids

    Small, circular pieces of DNA, common in Bacteria and Archaea.

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    Introns

    Non-coding sections of genes present in Eukarya but rare in others.

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    Mitochondria

    Organelles that produce energy, present only in Eukarya.

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    Flagella size

    Microscopic in Eukarya, submicroscopic in Bacteria and Archaea.

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    Peptidoglycan in cell walls

    A component found in bacterial cell walls, absent in Archaea and Eukarya.

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    Ribosome size

    Ribosomes are 70S in Bacteria and Archaea, and 80S in Eukarya.

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    Nitrification

    A process of ammonia oxidation, present in Bacteria and Archaea, absent in Eukarya.

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    Gas Vesicles

    Present in Bacteria and Archaea, but absent in Eukarya; help with buoyancy.

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    Koch's postulate

    A set of four criteria to determine if a microorganism causes a disease.

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    Criterion 1 of Koch's postulate

    The disease-causing microorganisms must always be present in diseased animals, not in healthy ones.

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    Criterion 2 of Koch's postulate

    Microorganisms must be isolated from infected animals and cultivated in pure cultures.

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    Criterion 3 of Koch's postulate

    Injecting cultured microorganisms into healthy animals should result in the same disease.

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    Criterion 4 of Koch's postulate

    Microorganisms must be isolated again from newly infected animals and be the same as the original.

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    Modes of disease transmission

    Different pathways through which microorganisms spread.

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    Droplet infection

    Spread of disease through tiny droplets in the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes.

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    Examples of diseases from droplet infection

    Common cold, flu, and pneumonia spread via respiratory droplets.

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