Chapter 20 Exam

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What is the primary method to control the spread of viruses?

Back

The use of vaccines.

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What is true about the microbial world?

Back

Most microbes are helpful.

Front

Which domain contains the oldest known living organisms?

Back

Archaea.

Front

What do Eukaryotic cells have that Prokaryotic cells do not?

Back

A nucleus.

Front

What are cells that contain a nucleus called?

Back

Eukaryotes.

Front

What is the role of vaccines in public health?

Back

Vaccines help to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.

Front

What are the two main types of cells?

Back

Eukaryotic and Prokaryotic.

Front

What is a characteristic feature of Prokaryotic cells?

Back

They do not have a nucleus.

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What is the function of a nucleus in a cell?

Back

It houses the cell's genetic material and controls cellular activities.

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What are pathogens?

Back

Microbes that can cause disease.