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Which of the following is NOT a sub-discipline of microbiology?
Which of the following is NOT a sub-discipline of microbiology?
- Zoology (correct)
- Bacteriology
- Virology
- Mycology
What is the main difference between eukaryotic and prokaryotic microorganisms?
What is the main difference between eukaryotic and prokaryotic microorganisms?
- Prokaryotic microorganisms are multicellular, while eukaryotic microorganisms are unicellular.
- Eukaryotic microorganisms have membrane-bound organelles, while prokaryotic microorganisms do not. (correct)
- Eukaryotic microorganisms are multicellular, while prokaryotic microorganisms are unicellular.
- Prokaryotic microorganisms have membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic microorganisms do not.
Which technique is NOT traditionally used by microbiologists for the isolation and identification of microorganisms?
Which technique is NOT traditionally used by microbiologists for the isolation and identification of microorganisms?
- Microscopy
- Genetic sequencing (correct)
- Staining
- Culture
What percentage of microorganisms present in common environments can be cultured in isolation using current means?
What percentage of microorganisms present in common environments can be cultured in isolation using current means?
Which of the following is NOT a type of microorganism?
Which of the following is NOT a type of microorganism?