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Micro Quiz 2 GCU Questions and answers, 100% Accurate. VERIFIED. Agar a gel-like polysaccharide compound used for culturing microbes; extracted from certain red algae Bacterial reproduction known as Binary Fission Biofilms Most microbes live in poly

Microbiology: An Introduction Plus Mastering Microbiology, 13th Edition Test Bank By Tortora. Which of the following findings was essential for Jenner's vaccination process? A) Disease is caused by viruses. B) A weakened microorganism may produce immunity. C) A weakened microorganism will not cause disease. D) Someone who recovers from a disease will not acquire that disease again. E) Vaccination provides immunity. Answer: B 20) Which of the following requirements was NOT necessary for ...

growth increase in the number of cells binary fission cell division following enlargement of a cell to twice its minimum size 00:19 01:22 septum partition between dividing cells; pinches off between two daughter cells generation time time required for microbial cells to double in number (can be affected by nutrition, genetics, and temperature) budding division results from unequal cell growth and forms totally new daughter cell (also similarly involve ...

Approximately how many people die each year from HAI? (Hospital Acquired Illness) A.10,000 B.99,000 C.25,000 200,000 - Answer-B) 99,000 how does an ETT (endotracheal tube) increase the risk of infections A) impede local defenses B)Provide a surface for biofilms C)Both 1 and 2 D) None of these - Answer-C) Both 1 and 2 What vaccine does OSHA require hospitals provide for employees? A) small pox B) TB C) Hepititis B D) shingles - Answer-C) Hepitits B What is the first step in p...

Developed smallpox immunization using cowpox agent - Edward Jenner Sought a "magic bullet" to destroy pathogens & not host - Paul Ehrlich Discovered penicillin - Alexander Fleming Pioneered aseptic surgery, Prevented surgical infections by using mists of phenol - Joseph Lister Father of Epidemiology (Cholera in London) - John Snow Pioneered asepsis by discovering that hand washing prevented streptococcal infections in obstetric patients - Ignaz Semmelweis Pioneered the culti...

What is the definition of a microbe? CORRECT ANSWER a living organism that requires a microscope to be seen What are some examples of microbes? CORRECT ANSWER E.coli, chickenpox, spirogyra Describe some problems with the definition of a microbe. CORRECT ANSWER 1) there are 'super-size' microbial cells which can be seen with the naked eye like Thiomaragrita nambiensis 2) Microbial communities - multicellular assemblages like mushrooms, kelps, and biofilms 3) Viruses - non-cellular par...

Microorangisms are involved in all of the following processes except: A) Infection B) Decomposition of Organic Material C) O2 Production D) Food Production E) Smog Production correct answer: E) Smog Production Each of the following organisms would be considered a microbe except: A) Yeast B) Protozoan C) Bacterium D) Mushroom E) Virus correct answer: D) Mushroom In the name Staphylococcus aureus, aureus is the: correct answer: C) Specific name (species) A prokaryotic cel...

USMLE STEP 1 Microbiology Quiz Bank with complete solutions | Latest 2023/2024 What is a special cellular component of fungal membrane targeted in anti-fungal medication? --Ergosterol A major sterol What is the special component of bacterial cell wall? --Peptidoglycan Where are the normal flora found? Contributions to health? Causes of infection? -- Location: - found on body surfaces contiguous with outside environment (GI, etc.) - Semipermanent (dependent on life-changes) Contributions...

Microbiology: Laboratory Theory and Application, Essentials 2nd Edition 4004 4011 1 — Microscopy 2 — Aseptic Technique and Bacterial Growth and Enumeration 3 — Staining Bacteria 4 — Media Properties and Conditions that Affect Bacterial Growth 5 — Media for the Selection and/or Differentiation of Bacteria 6 — Biochemical Tests for Identifying Bacterial Isolates 7 — Controlling Bacterial Growth 8 — Microbes Causing Trouble: Clinical Biofilms and Epidem...

Renal System Urinary Tract pre-quiz Q's 1. What are the two main functions of the kidney Review diagram for anatomical structures correct answer: 1. Filtration and collection Women are at a higher risk for the development of a UTI because of having a shorter urethra. True/False correct answer: True Which of the following can help to prevent a UTI? Increase water consumption Use spermicides during sexual intercourse Taking more Vitamin D Douching to prevent the growth of bacte...