Quiz on C. jejuni Bacteria

What is the shape of C. jejuni bacteria?

• Rod-shaped

• Corkscrew-shaped

• Spherical

• Spiral

What is the primary cause of food poisoning mentioned in the text?

• E. coli

• Salmonella

• C. jejuni

• Listeria

How long are C. jejuni bacteria?

• 1 to 2 micrometers

• 2 to 3 micrometers

• 4 to 6 micrometers

• 6 to 8 micrometers

Where are C. jejuni bacteria commonly found?

• In the human gut

• In the microbiomes of chickens

• In the soil

• In the air

What do C. jejuni bacteria do once they enter the human gut?

• They help in digestion

• They produce vitamins

• They steal nutrients from human gut cells

• They protect against other bacteria

What symptoms are caused by C. jejuni infections?

• Headache and dizziness

• Diarrhea, vomiting, and fever

• Cough and sore throat

• Skin rash and itching

What does the toxin produced by C. jejuni do?

• It helps in digestion

• It repairs the gut

• It blocks the gut from repairing itself

• It strengthens the immune system

How do most people get C. jejuni infections?

• From drinking contaminated water

• From eating undercooked meat

• From touching contaminated surfaces

• From breathing contaminated air

What is the treatment for severe C. jejuni infections?

• Rest and hydration

• Surgery

• Antibiotics

• Vaccination

What is the normal role of C. jejuni in chickens?

• They help in digestion

• They produce toxins

• They are part of the microbiome

• They cause diseases