Naming Microorganisms in Binomial Nomenclature
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What is the correct format of a scientific name using binomial nomenclature?

  • Specific epithet + Domain
  • Specific epithet + Genus
  • Genus + common name
  • Genus + specific epithet (correct)

Which microorganism reproduces by binary fission?

  • Algae
  • Bacteria (correct)
  • Protozoa
  • Fungi

Which microorganism type has chitin cell walls?

  • Fungi (correct)
  • Archaea
  • Bacteria
  • Protozoa

Which microorganism is known for living in extreme environments?

<p>Archaea (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which acellular microorganism has a core surrounded by a protein coat?

<p>Viruses (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of viruses in terms of replication?

<p>Replicate within a living host cell (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is credited with the first observation of microbes?

<p>Anton van Leeuwenhoek (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which scientist's work led to the disproof of spontaneous generation?

<p>Louis Pasteur (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who developed the synthetic arsenic drug salvarsan for treating syphilis?

<p>Paul Ehrlich (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which discovery by Jenner paved the way for modern vaccinations?

<p>Smallpox vaccination (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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