Microbiology Basics Quiz
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Reproduction is the ability of microorganisms to respond to stimuli.

False

Irritability refers to the ability of microorganisms to make new replicas of themselves.

False

Pathogenic microorganisms are not disease causing.

False

Mycology is the study of viruses.

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

Endospores are produced by some bacteria to thrive in a favorable environment.

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

Normal flora take up space that would otherwise be occupied by pathogens.

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

Conditions that promote the growth of microorganisms include cold, dry, and well-lit environments.

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

Spirochetes are responsible for causing Tuberculosis.

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

Bacillus is the microorganism responsible for causing Lyme Disease.

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

Viruses are cells capable of reproducing on their own.

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

Bacteria can duplicate inside a living cell.

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

Gram positive bacteria do not absorb a specific stain.

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

Culture and sensitivity test is done to see which antibiotic is most effective in killing the organism

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

Streptococci are rod-shaped cells

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

Helminthology is the study of parasitic worms

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

Blood is a common portal of entry/exit for microorganisms

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

Ringworm is caused by a virus

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

Opportunistic infections occur when the host has a weakened immune system

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

Hepatitis A virus is transmitted via the oro-fecal route

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

An infected wound is an example of a systemic infection

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

Normal flora takes up space that would otherwise be occupied by pathogens

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

Pasteurization kills all microorganisms and pathogens including spores

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

The ability of a pathogen to cause disease is called immunity

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

Diseases caused by fungi are called bacterioses

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

Reproduction refers to the ability of microorganisms to make new replicas of themselves.

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

Mycology is the study of viruses.

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

Endospores are produced by some bacteria to thrive in a favorable environment.

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

Spirochetes are responsible for causing Tuberculosis.

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

Bacillus is the microorganism responsible for causing Lyme Disease.

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

Normal flora take up space that would otherwise be occupied by pathogens.

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

Culture and sensitivity test is done to see which antibiotic is most effective in killing the organism.

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

Gram positive bacteria do not absorb a specific stain.

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

An infected wound is an example of a systemic infection.

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

Pasteurization kills all microorganisms and pathogens including spores.

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

The ability of a pathogen to cause disease is called immunity.

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

Opportunistic infections occur when the host has a weakened immune system.

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

Culture and sensitivity test is done to see which antibiotic is most effective in killing the organism

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

Spirochetes are responsible for causing Tuberculosis

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

Opportunistic infections occur when the host has a weakened immune system

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

Ringworm is caused by a virus

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

Hepatitis A virus is transmitted via the oro-fecal route

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

An infected wound is an example of a systemic infection

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

Normal flora take up space that would otherwise be occupied by pathogens

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

Bacillus is the microorganism responsible for causing Lyme Disease

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

Diseases caused by fungi are called bacterioses

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

Pasteurization kills all microorganisms and pathogens including spores

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

Helminthology is the study of parasitic worms

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

Blood is a common portal of entry/exit for microorganisms

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

Microorganisms that need oxygen to live are called anaerobes.

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

Normal flora take up space that would otherwise be occupied by pathogens.

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

Mycology is the study of viruses.

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

Opportunistic infections occur when the host has a weakened immune system.

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

Pasteurization kills all microorganisms and pathogens including spores.

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

Hepatitis A virus is transmitted via the oro-fecal route.

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

Helminthology is the study of parasitic worms.

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

Ringworm is caused by a virus.

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

Bacteria can duplicate inside a living cell.

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

The ability of a pathogen to cause disease is called immunity.

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

Diseases caused by fungi are called bacterioses.

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

Gram positive bacteria do not absorb a specific stain.

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

Culture and sensitivity test is done to see which antibiotic is most effective in killing the organism

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

Spirochetes are responsible for causing Tuberculosis

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

Opportunistic infections occur when the host has a weakened immune system

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

Pasteurization kills all microorganisms and pathogens including spores

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

Diseases caused by fungi are called bacterioses

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

Normal flora takes up space that would otherwise be occupied by pathogens

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

Hepatitis A virus is transmitted via the oro-fecal route

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

An infected wound is an example of a systemic infection

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

The ability of a pathogen to cause disease is called immunity

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

Endospores are produced by some bacteria to thrive in a favorable environment

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

Helminthology is the study of parasitic worms

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

Streptococci are rod-shaped cells

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

Culture and sensitivity test determines the growth, requirements, and antibiotic effectiveness of pathogens

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

Different types of microorganisms have distinct morphologies, such as spheres in a chain for Streptococci

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

Infection is the invasion and multiplication of pathogens in the body

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

Helminthology is the study of parasitic worms

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

Common portals of exit/entry for pathogens include respiratory and GI mucosa, blood, and sputum

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

Ringworm is caused by a fungus

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

Opportunistic infections occur when normal flora is killed, the host has a weakened immune system, or the organism lands in the wrong place

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

Hepatitis A virus is transmitted via the oro-fecal route

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

An infected wound is an example of a local infection

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

Normal flora benefits include taking up space that would otherwise be occupied by pathogens and producing vitamin K

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

Fomite is an inanimate object, while a vector is an animal

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

The body's defense against disease includes prevention of entry, nonspecific defenses, and specific defenses

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

Study Notes

Microbiology and Infection Control Summary

  • Culture and sensitivity test determines the growth, requirements, and antibiotic effectiveness of pathogens
  • Different types of microorganisms have distinct morphologies, such as spheres in a chain for Streptococci
  • Infection is the invasion and multiplication of pathogens in the body
  • Helminthology is the study of parasitic worms
  • Common portals of exit/entry for pathogens include respiratory and GI mucosa, blood, and sputum
  • Ringworm is caused by a fungus
  • Opportunistic infections occur when normal flora is killed, the host has a weakened immune system, or the organism lands in the wrong place
  • Hepatitis A virus is transmitted via the oro-fecal route
  • An infected wound is an example of a local infection
  • Normal flora benefits include taking up space that would otherwise be occupied by pathogens and producing vitamin K
  • Fomite is an inanimate object, while a vector is an animal
  • The body's defense against disease includes prevention of entry, nonspecific defenses, and specific defenses

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Test your knowledge of basic microbiology concepts with this review sheet. Define terms related to microorganisms, such as reproduction, irritability, and protection. Identify different types of microorganisms and understand their characteristics, from pathogenicity to oxygen requirements. Challenge yourself and expand your knowledge in the field of microbiology.

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