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Which of the following diseases is caused by a virus?
Which of the following diseases is caused by a virus?
Which of the following is a common method of food preservation using microorganisms?
Which of the following is a common method of food preservation using microorganisms?
What is the role of nitrogen-fixing bacteria in agriculture?
What is the role of nitrogen-fixing bacteria in agriculture?
Which of the following is a fossil fuel?
Which of the following is a fossil fuel?
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What is the primary component of coal?
What is the primary component of coal?
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Which process is responsible for the formation of petroleum?
Which process is responsible for the formation of petroleum?
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Study Notes
Diseases and Microorganisms
- Influenza is a disease caused by a virus.
- Fermentation is a common method of food preservation using microorganisms.
Nitrogen-fixing Bacteria and Agriculture
- Nitrogen-fixing bacteria play a crucial role in agriculture by converting atmospheric nitrogen into a form that can be used by plants.
Fossil Fuels
- Coal is a fossil fuel.
- The primary component of coal is carbon.
- Petroleum is formed through the process of diagenesis, which involves the transformation of organic matter under high pressure and temperature over millions of years.
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Test your knowledge on microorganisms as both friends and foes with this class 8th quiz. Explore common methods of food preservation using microorganisms, the role of nitrogen-fixing bacteria in agriculture, and diseases caused by viruses. Sharpen your understanding of these vital aspects of microbiology.
