General Microbiology Quiz

What is the study of bacteria called?

• Mycology

• Virology

• Phycology

• Bacteriology

Which of the following is a non-cellular microorganism?

• Bacteria

• Fungi

• Virus

• Protozoa

What type of microorganism has a true nucleus?

• Non-cellular

• Eukaryotic

• Archaea

• Prokaryotic

Which of the following is a characteristic of prokaryotes?

• Have a true nucleus

• Lack a nuclear membrane

• Contain histones

• Have multiple chromosomes

What is the shape of Bacillus bacteria?

• Spiral

• Comma

• Rod

• Cocci

Which microorganism is responsible for causing mad cow disease?

• Bacteria

• Prion

• Virus

• Protozoa

What is the binomial system of nomenclature used for?

• Classifying viruses

• Naming species

• Identifying bacteria shapes

• Studying fungi

Which of the following is a characteristic of viruses?

• Can replicate independently

• Have a cellular structure

• Contain ribosomes

• Require a host cell for replication

What is the arrangement of bacteria in pairs called?

• Sarcina

• Streptococcus

• Staphylococcus

• Diplococcus

Which of the following is NOT a type of eukaryotic microorganism?

• Protozoa

• Fungi

• Bacteria

• Algae