56 Questions
What is the approximate ratio of bacterial cells to human cells in the human body?
1.3:1
What percentage of the Earth's biomass is constituted by microorganisms?
90%
What is the approximate number of microbial cells that exist on Earth?
5x10^30
What is the origin of around 30% of human DNA?
Viral
Which of the following is NOT a type of relationship between microorganisms?
Predation
What is the primary role of microorganisms in food chains?
Decomposers
In which semester is the topic 'Benefits and mischiefs of intestinal flora' covered in Year 1?
2nd Sem
Which of the following is an example of microorganisms' role in food production?
Bread
What is the primary focus of the exam questions in Microbiology and Infectious Diseases?
Applying concepts to real patients in hospitals and clinics
What is the primary role of microorganisms in the Earth's ecosystem?
Cycling carbon, nitrogen, sulphur, hydrogen, and oxygen
What is the earliest form of life on Earth?
Microorganisms
In which year is the topic 'Bone and joint infections' covered?
Year 2
What is the primary responsibility of infection control?
Everybody's responsibility
What is the primary classification of microorganisms discussed in the course?
Gram-positive vs. gram-negative bacteria
What is the focus of the 'Host-pathogen interactions' topic?
Analyzing the interactions between hosts and pathogens
In which semester is the topic 'Introduction to microbiology' covered in Year 1?
1st Sem
What is the primary importance of the pathology laboratory?
Diagnosing infections and identifying microorganisms
What is the focus of the 'Strategies for respiratory infections' topic?
Developing strategies for respiratory infections
What is the primary role of bowel flora in nutrient absorption?
Breaking down some foods
What is the term for the study of microorganisms in a particular place or niche?
Microbiota
Who is credited with the discovery of microorganisms using a microscope?
Antony Van Leeuwenhoek
What was the primary contribution of Ignaz Semmelweis?
Introducing antiseptic hand wash
What is the term for the scientific study of microorganisms?
Microbiology
What was the significance of the 1847 hand washing intervention?
It reduced infection and mortality rates
What is the term for diseases caused by microorganisms?
Infectious Diseases
Who is credited with tracing the source of a cholera outbreak in Soho, London?
John Snow
What was the primary contribution of Fracastoro?
Proposing the idea of invisible particles causing disease
What is the term for the application of microbiology to the observation and treatment of patients?
Clinical Microbiology
What is the format of the lectures in Microbiology and Infectious Diseases?
Lectures, online modules, clinical classrooms, and PBLs
In which year of the medical program is the topic 'Bone and joint infections' covered?
Year 2
What is the focus of the 'Strategies for respiratory infections' topic?
Respiratory infections
What is the focus of the 'Benefits and mischiefs of intestinal flora' topic?
Benefits and mischiefs of intestinal flora
What type of questions will the exam be based on?
Concepts applicable to real patients in hospitals and clinics
What is the importance of the pathology laboratory?
To diagnose and treat infections
What is the focus of the 'Host-pathogen interactions' topic?
Host-pathogen interactions
In which semester is the topic 'Introduction to microbiology' covered in Year 1?
1st Semester
What is the importance of infection control?
Everybody's responsibility
What is the term for the study of microorganisms in a particular place or niche?
Microbiota
What is the term for the scientific study of microorganisms?
Microbiology
What is the term for diseases caused by microorganisms?
Infectious Diseases
Who is credited with tracing the source of a cholera outbreak in Soho, London?
John Snow
What was the significance of the 1847 hand washing intervention?
It reduced maternal mortality rates.
What is the term for the application of microbiology to the observation and treatment of patients?
Clinical Microbiology
Who is credited with the discovery of microorganisms using a microscope?
Antony Van Leeuwenhoek
What was the primary contribution of Fracastoro?
He proposed that invisible particles cause disease.
What was the primary contribution of Ignaz Semmelweis?
He introduced antiseptic hand washing.
What was the significance of the 1796 event?
It was the year the first vaccine was developed.
What is the approximate ratio of microbial cells to human cells in the human body?
1.3:1
What percentage of our DNA is of viral origin?
30%
What is the primary role of microorganisms in the Earth's ecosystem?
Cycling nutrients
What is the significance of microorganisms in food chains?
They are a link between producers and consumers
What is the primary importance of microorganisms in the Earth's ecosystem?
Constituting 90% of Earth's biomass
What is the role of microbes in the physical and chemical makeup of the Earth?
They affect both the physical and chemical makeup
What is the significance of microorganisms in the cycle of elements?
They cycle carbon, nitrogen, sulphur, hydrogen, and oxygen
What is the importance of microorganisms in the growth of plants and animals?
They regulate and affect the growth of plants and animals
What is the significance of microorganisms in the Earth's ecosystem?
They are ubiquitous and found in all environments
Review microbiology concepts covered in lectures, online modules, and clinical classrooms for Year 1-2 medical students. Topics include introduction to microbiology, host-pathogen interactions, and benefits and mischiefs of intestinal flora. Practice questions applicable to real patients in hospitals and clinics.
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