35 Questions
What type of microorganisms are usually found in water?
Protozoa
Which organisms require host cells to reproduce?
Viruses
Which group of microorganisms can be found in habitats ranging from glaciers to deserts and hot water bodies?
Bacteria
Which viruses are examples given in the text?
Influenza virus and polio virus
Which microorganisms are known for carrying out photosynthesis?
Algae
Where can microorganisms survive?
In all types of climates and environments
Which of the following is an example of a fungus?
Aspergillus
Which of the following is true about protozoa?
They can be unicellular or multicellular
What characteristic describes Fungi?
Heterotrophic organisms
Which useful bacterium is mentioned as being good for the human body?
Lactobacilli
Which microorganism is responsible for the conversion of milk into curd?
Lactobacillus
What is the role of yeast in the food industry?
It is used for the preparation of breads, pastries, and cakes.
Which acid is produced by yeast in the beverage industry?
Acetic acid
When did Louis Pasteur discover the process of fermentation?
1857
From which organisms are antibiotics obtained?
Fungi and bacteria
Which of the following antibiotics was first prepared by Alexander Fleming?
Penicillin
Who discovered the vaccine for smallpox?
Edward Jenner
What do vaccines typically include to trigger the production of antibodies?
Dead or weakened microbes
Which microorganisms are known as biological nitrogen fixers?
Blue-green algae and Rhizobium bacteria
Which of the following is NOT a commonly used antibiotic?
Rhizobium
What is used as a preservative in jams and jellies?
Sugar
Which method is used to preserve milk by boiling it for a short time and then chilling it?
Pasteurization
How are dry fruits and vegetables commonly sold to prevent microbial attack?
In sealed tight packets
What is a common preservative used in pickles, meat, and fish?
Common salt
Which of the following is not a method mentioned for preserving food?
Fermentation
Which microorganism causes Tuberculosis?
Bacteria
What is the mode of transmission for Cholera?
Water, food
What preventive measure is recommended for Chicken pox?
Maintain personal hygiene and good sanitation habits
Measles is caused by which type of microorganism?
Virus
Which disease is primarily transmitted by mosquitoes?
Malaria
What are diseases that spread from an infected person to a healthy person through air, water, and food called?
Communicable diseases
Which microorganism causes Citrus Canker?
Bacteria
Which organism acts as a carrier spreading diseases?
Housefly
What is the mode of transmission for the Rust of wheat plant disease?
Air and seeds
What are common substances used to check the growth of microorganisms called?
Preservatives
Study Notes
Microorganisms Found Everywhere
- Microorganisms are organisms that can't be seen with the naked eye and require a microscope to be visible.
Classification of Microorganisms
- Microorganisms can be classified into four groups:
- Bacteria: single-celled organisms, found in a wide range of habitats, and some are beneficial for the human body (e.g., Lactobacilli).
- Fungi: multicellular, heterotrophic organisms, lack chlorophyll, and are found on decaying organic matter (e.g., Penicillium, Aspergillus).
- Algae: unicellular or multicellular, autotrophic organisms, contain chlorophyll, and carry out photosynthesis (e.g., Chlorella, Spirogyra).
- Protozoa: unicellular or multicellular, usually found in water, and can be beneficial or harmful (e.g., Amoeba, Paramoecium).
Microorganisms and Us
- Some microorganisms are beneficial, while others cause diseases.
- Microorganisms can be used to preserve food through:
- Heat and cold treatments: pasteurization, boiling, and refrigeration.
- Storage and packing: using sealed packets to prevent microorganisms from entering.
- Chemical methods: using preservatives like common salt, sugar, oil, and vinegar.
Viruses
- Viruses: ultramicroscopic organisms that reproduce only inside the cells of host organisms (e.g., Influenza virus, Polio virus).
Where Do Microorganisms Live?
- Microorganisms can survive in all types of climates, from ice-cold to hot, and are found in water, soil, and inside the bodies of animals and humans.
Antibiotics
- Antibiotics: substances that kill or stop the growth of disease-causing microorganisms (e.g., Streptomycin, Tetracycline, Erythromycin).
- The first antibiotic, penicillin, was discovered by Alexander Fleming in 1929.
Vaccines
- Vaccines: substances that trigger the production of antibodies in the body, protecting against diseases.
- Vaccines include dead or weakened microbes, and the first vaccine was developed by Edward Jenner against smallpox in 1798.
Soil Fertility
- Biological nitrogen fixers: microorganisms like blue-green algae and Rhizobium bacteria that fix atmospheric nitrogen to soil, increasing soil fertility.
Importance of Microorganisms
- Food Industry: microorganisms like Lactobacillus and yeast are used to produce curd, bread, and pastries.
- Beverage Industry: yeast is used to produce alcohol, wine, and vinegar through fermentation.
- Medicine Production: microorganisms are used to produce antibiotics, which are used to kill or stop the growth of disease-causing microorganisms.
Human Diseases Caused by Microorganisms
- Tuberculosis: caused by bacteria, transmitted through air, and prevented by isolation and vaccination.
- Measles: caused by viruses, transmitted through air, and prevented by vaccination.
- Malaria: caused by protozoa, transmitted through mosquitoes, and prevented by vaccination and proper hygiene.
- Cholera: caused by bacteria, transmitted through water and food, and prevented by vaccination and proper hygiene.
- Typhoid: caused by bacteria, transmitted through water, and prevented by vaccination and proper hygiene.
- Hepatitis A: caused by viruses, transmitted through air and water, and prevented by vaccination.
Plant Diseases Caused by Microorganisms
- Citrus Canker: caused by bacteria, transmitted through air.
- Rust of wheat: caused by fungi, transmitted through air and seeds.
- Yellow vein mosaic of bhindi (Okra): caused by viruses, transmitted through insects.
Communicable Diseases
- Communicable diseases: diseases caused by microorganisms that spread from an infected person to a healthy person through air, water, and food.
- Carriers: organisms that transfer diseases from one place to another (e.g., houseflies, female Anopheles mosquitoes).
Learn about microorganisms, their classification, and habitats, including bacteria and their impact on our bodies.
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