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Module 1 Exam Portage Learning
Microbiology
True
Although viruses are not living and as such are not considered microorganisms,
they can, however, be classified as microbes, a more general term that includes
microorganisms and viruses.
True/False. A virus is classified as a microbe.
Correct!
False!
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The smallest biological unit of life is the cell.
True or False: The smallest biological unit of life is the molecule.
macromolecules (proteins, lipids, nucleic acids, and polysaccharides)
At a generalized level, all cells are comprised of what?
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amino acids 20
Proteins are formed from various combinations of _________ of which there are
_________ known forms.
An essential amino acid cannot be produced by the human body and as such must
be take in from the environment through alternative sources (i.e) food.
Define an essential amino acid.
While both DNA and RNA can be found in the nucleus (center of the cell), only
RNA is capable of leaving the nucleus. DNA contains a vast amount of hereditary
information and is responsible for the inheritable characteristics of living
organisms. RNA is responsible for deciphering the hereditary information in DNA
and using it to synthesize proteins.
Where can the two major types of nucleic acids be found in the cell, and what are
their roles?
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Module 1 Exam Portage Learning
Microbiology
True
Although viruses are not living and as such are not considered microorganisms,
they can, however, be classified as microbes, a more general term that includes
microorganisms and viruses.
True/False. A virus is classified as a microbe.
Correct!
False!
—
The smallest biological unit of life is the cell.
True or False: The smallest biological unit of life is the molecule.
macromolecules (proteins, lipids, nucleic acids, and polysaccharides)
At a generalized level, all cells are comprised of what?
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amino acids 20
Proteins are formed from various combinations of _________ of which there are
_________ known forms.
An essential amino acid cannot be produced by the human body and as such must
be take in from the environment through alternative sources (i.e) food.
Define an essential amino acid.
While both DNA and RNA can be found in the nucleus (center of the cell), only
RNA is capable of leaving the nucleus. DNA contains a vast amount of hereditary
information and is responsible for the inheritable characteristics of living
organisms. RNA is responsible for deciphering the hereditary information in DNA
and using it to synthesize proteins.
Where can the two major types of nucleic acids be found in the cell, and what are
their roles?
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