Microbiology Quiz

What is microbiology?

• The study of large organisms

• The study of plants

• The study of microorganisms

• The study of minerals

Which of the following is NOT a type of microorganism studied in microbiology?

• Viruses

• Fungi

• Bacteria

• Plants

What is virology the study of?

• Bacteria

• Viruses

• Fungi

• Algae

What term is used to refer to a collection of microorganisms in a particular ecosystem?

• Microbiome

• Ecosystem

• Habitat

• Biome

What is the role of microorganisms in cosmetics?

• They are used to create synthetic chemicals

• They produce natural pigments used in makeup and hair dyes

• They are harmful and avoided in cosmetics

• They are used to create perfumes

Which of the following is a pigment produced by certain algae with antioxidant properties?

• Chlorophyll

• Carotene

• Phycocyanin

• Melanin

What is the importance of studying microorganisms in relation to human health?

• It helps in the discovery of new planets

• It helps in understanding the causes and transmission of diseases

• It helps in the development of new languages

• It helps in the study of ancient civilizations

What is the relationship between viruses and bacteria with the human body?

• They are always beneficial

• They are small organisms that can cause infections

• They are large organisms that are harmless

• They are only found in plants

What is the term used for the study of algae?

• Virology

• Bacteriology

• Phycology

• Mycology

What is the significance of microbiology in improving human life?

• It helps in increasing the quality and expectancy of human life

• It helps in reducing the quality of human life

• It has no impact on human life

• It only affects plant life