Unraveling the Genius: The Alexander Fleming Challenge!

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    In which year did Alexander Fleming make the discovery of penicillin?

    • 1923
    • 1928
    • 1935
    • 1942
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The "Unraveling the Genius: The Alexander Fleming Challenge" quiz is an engaging exploration of the life and groundbreaking contributions of Sir Alexander Fleming, a bacteriologist, pharmacologist, and the father of modern antibiotics. This quiz delves into the fascinating journey of this scientific genius, who forever changed the landscape of medicine with his discovery of penicillin, the world's first widely used antibiotic. Participants will traverse through Fleming's early life, education, and the serendipitous moment that led to the discovery of penicillin, marking a pivotal moment in medical history. The quiz will also cover the profound impact of penicillin on medicine, the subsequent development of antibiotics, and Fleming's lasting legacy.

Aspiring historians, science enthusiasts, and anyone curious about the lives of great innovators will find this quiz both educational and inspiring. Whether you're a student or a seasoned professional, this quiz offers a captivating journey through the life and achievements of Alexander Fleming, showcasing his invaluable contributions to humanity's fight against infectious diseases.

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  • 2. 

    Which medical condition did Fleming's penicillin primarily target?

    • Tuberculosis

    • Malaria

    • Syphilis

    • Bacterial infections

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  • 3. 

    From what natural source was penicillin originally extracted?

    • A rare orchid plant

    • A specific species of sea sponge

    • The Penicillium mold

    • Arctic lichens

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  • 4. 

    In which hospital did Alexander Fleming work when he discovered penicillin?

    • St. Joseph's Hospital

    • St. Peter's Hospital

    • St. Mary's Hospital

    • St. John's Hospital

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  • 5. 

    In what country was Alexander Fleming born?

    • America

    • France

    • Scotland

    • Germany

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  • 6. 

    In which war did Alexander Fleming serve in?

    • World II

    • Korean War

    • Vietnam War

    • World War I

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  • 7. 

    What did Alexander Fleming win the Nobel Prize for?

    • Medicine

    • Physics

    • Chemistry

    • Peace

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  • 8. 

    What type of bacterial culture did Alexander Fleming first test penicillin on?

    • Streptococcus

    • Staphylococcus

    • Escherichia coli

    • Mycobacterium tuberculosis

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  • 9. 

    Where did Alexander Fleming complete his medical studies and obtain his medical degree?

    • Harvard Medical School

    • University of Oxford

    • St Mary's Hospital Medical School

    • Cambridge University

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  • 10. 

    In which year did Alexander Fleming pass away?

    • 1945

    • 1955

    • 1965

    • 1975

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  • 11. 

    Who did Alexander Fleming share the Nobel Prize with for their work on penicillin?

    • Louis Pasteur

    • Howard Florey and Ernst Boris Chain

    • Robert Koch and Ernst Boris Chain

    • Marie Curie

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  • 12. 

    What was penicillin originally called?

    • Mold broth

    • Antibiotic-X

    • Filtrate

    • Microbe mender

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  • 13. 

    Which scientific field did Fleming specialize in?

    • Physics

    • Chemistry

    • Biology

    • Astronomy

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  • 14. 

    Which antimicrobial enzyme did Alexander Fleming discover and study?

    • Penicillinase

    • Lysozyme

    • Ribonuclease

    • Lactase

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  • 15. 

    What was the name of Alexander Fleming's first wife?

    • Margaret Fleming

    • Mary Fleming

    • Sarah Fleming

    • Amelia Fleming

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