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Which of the following statements about microbiology is true?
Which of the following statements about microbiology is true?
- Microbiology focuses solely on the healthcare industry.
- Microorganisms affect animals, the environment, and the food supply. (correct)
- Microorganisms play no role in the evolution of the planet earth.
- Microbiology only studies visible organisms.
What is the significance of microbes at the time of the formation of the earth?
What is the significance of microbes at the time of the formation of the earth?
- They were insignificant in shaping the earth's history.
- They were the only life forms on earth at that time. (correct)
- They had no impact on the evolution of the earth.
- They were introduced much later in the earth's history.
What are some areas of study within microbiology?
What are some areas of study within microbiology?
- Geological microbiology and astronomical microbiology
- Zoological and botanical microbiology
- Chemical microbiology and space microbiology
- Pharmaceutical and veterinary microbiology (correct)
How are microorganisms important to the environment, human health, and the economy?
How are microorganisms important to the environment, human health, and the economy?
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What determines whether the uses of microbiology are beneficial or harmful?
What determines whether the uses of microbiology are beneficial or harmful?
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