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    What is the study of the body's defense and host-parasite interactions?

    • Bacteriology
    • Mircobiology
    • Immunology
    • Virology
    • Plant Pathology
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  • 2. 

    What is part of Parasitology?

    • Streptococcus

    • M. pneumonia

    • Helminths

    • Herpes

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Helminths
    Explanation
    Parasitology is the study of parasites and their interactions with their hosts. Helminths, which include various types of worms, are a common type of parasite that infect humans and animals. They are often studied in the field of parasitology because of their complex life cycles and the diseases they can cause. Streptococcus, M. pneumonia, and Herpes, on the other hand, are not parasites but rather bacteria and viruses that can cause infections in humans. Therefore, the correct answer is helminths, as they are part of the field of parasitology.

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  • 3. 

    What is part of Chlamydiology?

    • Adeno

    • C. trachomatis

    • Helminths

    • Pneumocystis Jirovecil

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. C. trachomatis
    Explanation
    Chlamydiology is the study of Chlamydia, a genus of bacteria that includes species such as C. trachomatis. Therefore, C. trachomatis is part of Chlamydiology. Adeno, Helminths, and Pneumocystis Jirovecil are not related to Chlamydiology and are not part of this field of study.

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  • 4. 

    What is part of Virology?

    • Adeno

    • Candida albicans

    • Pseudomonas

    • Protozoans

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Adeno
    Explanation
    Adeno refers to adenoviruses, which are a type of virus that infects humans and animals. Virology is the study of viruses, including their structure, classification, and behavior. Adeno being part of virology makes sense because it is a specific type of virus that falls under the scope of virology.

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  • 5. 

    Which of the following is a Fungi?

    • Amoeba

    • Aspergillus

    • Ascaris

    • E. coli

    • Rickettsia

    Correct Answer
    A. Aspergillus
    Explanation
    Aspergillus is a type of fungi. Fungi are eukaryotic organisms that are heterotrophic and obtain nutrients by absorbing them from their surroundings. Aspergillus is a common mold that can be found in various environments such as soil, decaying organic matter, and indoor spaces. It is known for its ability to produce spores that can cause respiratory issues in humans. Amoeba, Ascaris, E. coli, and Rickettsia are not fungi but belong to other groups of organisms such as protists, roundworms, bacteria, and bacteria-like organisms respectively.

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  • 6. 

    Which of the following is a Protozoa?

    • C. diphtheriae

    • Candida albicans

    • Plasmodium vivax

    • Macrocladia

    • Coxiella burnetti

    Correct Answer
    A. Plasmodium vivax
    Explanation
    Plasmodium vivax is a protozoa because it is a single-celled organism that belongs to the phylum Apicomplexa. It is the causative agent of malaria in humans and is transmitted through the bite of infected female Anopheles mosquitoes. Plasmodium vivax has a complex life cycle, involving both a mosquito vector and a human host, and it is characterized by the presence of a unique structure called the apical complex, which helps the parasite invade and replicate within host cells.

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  • 7. 

    What produces Aflatoxin?

    • Aspergillus

    • C. trachomatis

    • Trichomonas vaginalis

    • Rickettsia prowazekii

    • Wuchereria bancraftii

    Correct Answer
    A. Aspergillus
    Explanation
    Aflatoxin is produced by Aspergillus, a type of fungus. Aflatoxin is a toxic substance that can contaminate crops such as peanuts, corn, and tree nuts. It is a potent carcinogen and can cause liver damage in humans and animals. Aspergillus grows on crops under certain conditions of temperature and humidity, and if not properly stored or processed, the fungus can produce aflatoxin. Therefore, Aspergillus is the correct answer as it is the main producer of aflatoxin.

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  • 8. 

    Which of the following is a Bacteria?

    • Ureaplamsa urealyticum

    • C. diphtheriae

    • C. trachomatis

    • Aspergillus

    • Wuchereria bancroftii

    Correct Answer
    A. C. diphtheriae
    Explanation
    C. diphtheriae is a bacteria because it is a known pathogenic bacterium that causes diphtheria, a respiratory illness. It is classified as a bacteria based on its characteristics, such as being a prokaryote, having a cell wall, and reproducing through binary fission. Additionally, C. diphtheriae is gram-positive, meaning it retains the crystal violet stain in the Gram staining method, further confirming its bacterial nature.

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  • 9. 

    Which of the following is a Helminths?

    • Aspergillus

    • Amoeba

    • Mycobacterium tuberculosis

    • Ascaris

    • Ureaplasma urealyticum

    Correct Answer
    A. Ascaris
    Explanation
    Ascaris is a helminth, which is a type of parasitic worm that infects the intestines of humans and animals. It is one of the most common helminths that infect humans and is known to cause a disease called ascariasis. Aspergillus is a type of fungus, Amoeba is a single-celled organism, Mycobacterium tuberculosis is a bacteria that causes tuberculosis, and Ureaplasma urealyticum is a bacteria that can cause urinary tract infections.

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  • 10. 

    The presence of what may cause elephantiasis?

    • Aspergillus

    • C. trichomatis

    • Trichomonas vaginalis

    • Rickettsia prowazekii

    • Wuchereria bancraftii

    Correct Answer
    A. Wuchereria bancraftii
    Explanation
    Wuchereria bancrofti is a parasitic worm that causes elephantiasis. The presence of this worm in the lymphatic system leads to blockages and swelling in the limbs and genitals, resulting in the characteristic symptoms of elephantiasis. Aspergillus is a type of fungus, C. trichomatis and Trichomonas vaginalis are bacteria that cause sexually transmitted infections, and Rickettsia prowazekii is a bacteria that causes epidemic typhus. None of these organisms are known to cause elephantiasis.

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  • 11. 

    What is part of Mycology?

    • Candida albicans

    • C. trachomatis

    • Influenza

    • Pseudomonas

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Candida albicans
    Explanation
    Candida albicans is a type of fungus that is commonly studied in the field of mycology, which is the study of fungi. Therefore, it is part of mycology. The other options, C. trachomatis, Influenza, and Pseudomonas, are not fungi and are not typically studied in mycology.

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  • 12. 

    What is not a Procaryotic microbe?

    • Bacteria

    • Chlamydia

    • Mycoplasma

    • Protozoa

    • Rickettsia

    Correct Answer
    A. Protozoa
    Explanation
    Protozoa is not a prokaryotic microbe because prokaryotes are organisms that lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, while protozoa are eukaryotes. Eukaryotes have a true nucleus and membrane-bound organelles. Bacteria, Chlamydia, Mycoplasma, and Rickettsia are all examples of prokaryotic microbes.

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  • 13. 

    Which of the following is a Chlamydia?

    • Candida albicans

    • Coxiella burnetti

    • Ascaris

    • C. diphtheriae

    • C. trachomatis

    Correct Answer
    A. C. trachomatis
    Explanation
    C. trachomatis is a bacterium that causes the sexually transmitted infection called Chlamydia. It is not a fungal infection like Candida albicans, nor is it a parasite like Ascaris. Coxiella burnetii is the bacterium that causes Q fever, while C. diphtheriae causes diphtheria. Therefore, the correct answer is C. trachomatis.

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  • 14. 

    Which of the following is a Rickettsia?

    • Ascaris

    • Coxiella burnetti

    • S. typhimurium

    • Trichomonas vaginalis

    • Macrocystis

    Correct Answer
    A. Coxiella burnetti
    Explanation
    Coxiella burnetii is a Rickettsia because it is a gram-negative bacterium that causes Q fever in humans. Rickettsia is a genus of bacteria that are obligate intracellular parasites and are transmitted to humans through arthropod vectors. Coxiella burnetii is commonly found in livestock and can be transmitted to humans through inhalation of contaminated aerosols or ingestion of contaminated milk or meat. Q fever can cause flu-like symptoms and can lead to severe complications in some cases.

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  • 15. 

    What is not a Eucaryotic microbe?

    • Algae

    • Fungi

    • Chlamydia

    • Helminths

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Chlamydia
    Explanation
    Chlamydia is not a eukaryotic microbe. Eukaryotic microbes are organisms whose cells have a true nucleus and other membrane-bound organelles. Algae and fungi are examples of eukaryotic microbes. Chlamydia, on the other hand, is a bacteria that lacks a true nucleus and other membrane-bound organelles, making it a prokaryote. Helminths, which include parasitic worms, are also eukaryotic microbes. Therefore, the correct answer is Chlamydia.

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  • 16. 

    What is part of Bacteriology?

    • Adeno

    • Candida albicans

    • Pseudomonas

    • M. pneumonia

    • All of the aboe

    Correct Answer
    A. Pseudomonas
    Explanation
    Pseudomonas is a part of Bacteriology. Bacteriology is the branch of microbiology that deals with the study of bacteria, their structure, function, and classification. Pseudomonas is a genus of Gram-negative bacteria that are commonly found in soil, water, and plants. They are known for their ability to cause infections in humans, particularly in immunocompromised individuals. Therefore, Pseudomonas being a bacterium, is a part of Bacteriology.

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    Which of the following is a Mycoplasma?

    • Ureaplasma urealyticum

    • N. gonorrhoea

    • Coxiella burnetti

    • Plasmodium vivax

    • Candida albicans

    Correct Answer
    A. Ureaplasma urealyticum
    Explanation
    Ureaplasma urealyticum is a Mycoplasma because it is a type of bacteria that lacks a cell wall. Mycoplasmas are known for their unique characteristic of not having a cell wall, making them resistant to antibiotics that target cell wall synthesis. Ureaplasma urealyticum is commonly found in the urogenital tract and can cause infections such as urethritis and pelvic inflammatory disease.

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  • 18. 

    Which of the following is an Algae?

    • Amoeba

    • Candido albicans

    • N. gonorrhoea

    • Rickettsia prowazekii

    • Macrocystis

    Correct Answer
    A. Macrocystis
    Explanation
    Macrocystis is an algae because it is a type of giant kelp that belongs to the brown algae group. It is a multicellular organism that has a complex structure and is found in marine environments. Unlike the other options listed, such as Amoeba, Candido albicans, N. gonorrhoea, and Rickettsia prowazekii, which are all types of microorganisms, Macrocystis is a macroscopic algae that can grow up to 60 meters in length.

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  • 19. 

    What is part of Mycoplasmology?

    • Streptococus

    • Aspergillus

    • Herpes

    • M. pneumonia

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. M. pneumonia
    Explanation
    Mycoplasma pneumoniae is a type of bacteria that causes respiratory infections in humans, specifically pneumonia. Mycoplasmology is the study of mycoplasmas, including their biology, pathogenesis, and treatment. Therefore, M. pneumoniae is part of Mycoplasmology as it is one of the main species of mycoplasmas that is studied in this field. The other options listed, such as Streptococcus, Aspergillus, and Herpes, are not directly related to Mycoplasmology and are not correct answers.

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  • 20. 

    The presence of what may cause Lymphogranuloma venereum (LGV)?

    • Aspergillus

    • C. trachomatis

    • Trichomonas vaginalis

    • Rickettsia prowazekii

    • Wuchereria bancroftii

    Correct Answer
    A. C. trachomatis
    Explanation
    Lymphogranuloma venereum (LGV) is caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis. This sexually transmitted infection primarily affects the lymphatic system, causing inflammation and swelling of the lymph nodes in the genital area. It can also lead to ulcers and abscesses in the genital region. Therefore, the presence of Chlamydia trachomatis can cause LGV.

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