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Which of the following is a general characteristic of microorganisms?
Which of the following is a general characteristic of microorganisms?
- They have a cell wall
- They can be seen only with a microscope (correct)
- They are multicellular
- They are non-pathogenic
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of microorganisms?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of microorganisms?
- They can be prokaryotic or eukaryotic
- They can be pathogenic or non-pathogenic
- They can be unicellular or multicellular
- They can have a cell wall (correct)
Which of the following is a department in a microbiological laboratory?
Which of the following is a department in a microbiological laboratory?
- An autoclave room
- A room for obtaining material from patients and carriers
- A washroom
- A room for microscopic and microbiological studies (correct)
What is the purpose of an autoclave room in a microbiological laboratory?
What is the purpose of an autoclave room in a microbiological laboratory?
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What type of microorganisms can be found in a microbiological laboratory?
What type of microorganisms can be found in a microbiological laboratory?
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General Characteristics of Microorganisms and Microbiological Laboratory
- Microorganisms are very small and can only be seen with a microscope.
- They can be unicellular, multicellular, or non-cellular.
- Microorganisms can be pathogenic or non-pathogenic.
- They vary in shape and structure, with some having cell walls, flagella, spores, and being motile or non-motile.
- They can be classified as prokaryotic or eukaryotic.
- There are different types of microorganisms, including bacteria, archaea, algae, fungi, protozoa, and viruses.
- A microbiological laboratory consists of various departments.
- The preparatory room is used for preparing laboratory glassware and making nutrient media.
- The autoclave room is for sterilizing laboratory glassware.
- There is a washroom for hygiene purposes.
- A room is dedicated to obtaining material from patients and carriers.
- Another room is used for microscopic and microbiological studies.
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