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Which of the following is considered a microbe in the field of microbiology?

  • Mosses
  • Protozoa
  • Fungi (correct)
  • Algae
  • Why are viruses not considered in Whittaker’s five kingdom classification?

  • They are similar to bacteria
  • They are not infectious agents
  • They have both living and nonliving characteristics (correct)
  • They are not found in nature
  • What is the primary characteristic of viruses?

  • They are larger than bacteria
  • They can only replicate outside a host organism
  • They are visible with the naked eye
  • They can infect a variety of living organisms (correct)
  • In microbiology, what roles do microbes play?

    <p>Nutrient cycling, biodegradation/biodeterioration, and climate change</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are archaea in the context of microbiology?

    <p>Single-celled microorganisms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key characteristic of viruses?

    <p>They can only replicate within a host organism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of microbiology?

    <p>Studying all living organisms that are too small to be visible with the naked eye</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are viruses not included in Whittaker’s five kingdom classification?

    <p>Because they are regarded as a separate entity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is considered a microbe in the field of microbiology?

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

    What is the significance of microbes in human society?

    <p>They play key roles in nutrient cycling, biodegradation, and biotechnology</p> Signup and view all the answers

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