Microbiology: Bacterial Fermentation and Energy Utilization Quiz
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What is the end product of butanediol fermentation?

  • Butyric acid
  • Acetoin (correct)
  • Hydrogen
  • Carbon dioxide
  • What is the main purpose of energy utilization in bacterial cells?

  • For heat production
  • For locomotor movement
  • For energy storage
  • For biosynthesis of new cell components (correct)
  • Which type of microorganisms utilize inorganic compounds like carbon dioxide as their sole carbon source?

  • Lithotrophs
  • Photoorganotrophs
  • Chemolithotrophs (correct)
  • Heterotrophs
  • What differentiates autotrophs from heterotrophs in terms of carbon source?

    <p>Autotrophs use carbon dioxide as their carbon source</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main biological process associated with bacterial growth?

    <p>Increase in the number of cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the end product of butyric acid fermentation?

    <p>Butyric acid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of microorganisms derive energy from light and utilize organic substances as their carbon source?

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

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