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What is the branch of science that investigates microscopic organisms known as microorganisms?
What is the branch of science that investigates microscopic organisms known as microorganisms?
- Microbiology (correct)
- Parasitology
- Virology
- Macrobiology
What characteristic do prokaryotic cells have that differentiates them from eukaryotic cells?
What characteristic do prokaryotic cells have that differentiates them from eukaryotic cells?
- Dispersed genetic material in the cytoplasm (correct)
- Presence of organelles surrounded by membranes
- Presence of a nucleus
- Multicellular structure
Which type of microorganisms were previously classified as bacteria but are now considered a separate class?
Which type of microorganisms were previously classified as bacteria but are now considered a separate class?
- Protozoa
- Archaea (correct)
- Fungi
- Viruses
Which of the following is not a primary branch of microbiology?
Which of the following is not a primary branch of microbiology?
What percentage of the world's microorganisms have been identified by scientists so far?
What percentage of the world's microorganisms have been identified by scientists so far?
What is the purpose of this study, as stated in the abstract?
What is the purpose of this study, as stated in the abstract?
What is the primary function of pasteurization?
What is the primary function of pasteurization?
What characteristic do protozoa have that distinguishes them from other microorganisms?
What characteristic do protozoa have that distinguishes them from other microorganisms?
Which of the following is NOT a type of protozoa mentioned in the text?
Which of the following is NOT a type of protozoa mentioned in the text?
What is a key characteristic of microscopic algae?
What is a key characteristic of microscopic algae?
What is the main difference between viruses and other microorganisms mentioned in the text?
What is the main difference between viruses and other microorganisms mentioned in the text?
