Microbiology Basics

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What is the primary focus of microbiology?

  • The study of only algae and fungi
  • The study of both small and simple multicellular organisms (correct)
  • The study of complex multicellular organisms
  • The study of only viruses and bacteria

What are the six categories of microorganisms?

  • Viruses, bacteria, fungi, protozoa, algae, and parasites (correct)
  • Viruses, archaea, protozoa, algae, parasites, and helminths
  • Bacteria, fungi, protozoa, algae, parasites, and multicellular organisms
  • Viruses, bacteria, fungi, archaea, protozoa, and parasites

What is essential for the development of microbiology as a scientific discipline?

  • The discovery of antibiotics
  • The availability of microscopes and the ability to culture microorganisms (correct)
  • The use of telescopes
  • The development of vaccines

What is the role of microorganisms in the environment?

<p>They play key roles in nutrient cycling, biodegradation, food spoilage, and climate change (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the study of viruses?

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

What is an example of a fungus that can be seen with the naked eye?

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

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