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2023 - 2024 Essential Microbiology
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,True/False. A virus is considered a microorganism. - CORRECT
ANSWER-False, Viruses are not living and as such are not
considered microorganisms. Viruses can, however, be classified as
microbes, a more general term that includes microorganisms and
viruses.
What is the smallest biological unit of life? - CORRECT ANSWER-A
cell
What are the four main types of macromolecules found in cells? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Proteins, Lipids, Nucleic Acids, Carbohydrates
Proteins are formed from various combinations of - CORRECT
ANSWER-Amino acids
There are how many known forms of amino acids - CORRECT
ANSWER-twenty
How many amino acids are classified as being essential amino
acids? - CORRECT ANSWER-Nine
Where can the two major types of nucleic acids be found in the cell?
- CORRECT ANSWER-DNA, RNA. Found in the nucleus.
,What is the role of RNA? - CORRECT ANSWER-RNA , found in the
nucleus is capable of leaving the nucleus. RNA is repsponsible for
deciphering the hereditary information in DNA and uses it to
synthesize proteins.
What is the role of DNA? - CORRECT ANSWER-DNA, found in the
nucleus contains vast amount of hereditary inforamtion, responible
for inhereitable characteristic os living organisms.
Complete the following RNA strand, and indicate how many bonds
are formed for each complementary pair:
3' GGUCAUCG 5'5' CC AGC 3' - CORRECT ANSWER-3' GGUCAUCG
5'5' CCAGUAGC 3'There are 2 bonds formed between A and U, and 3
bonds between G and C.
The plasma membrane - CORRECT ANSWER-Restricts movement of
materials in and out of the cell & Prevents essential nutrients from
escaping
How many carbon atoms are present in glucose? - CORRECT
ANSWER-6
True of False: The genetic material within a prokaryotic cell is
contained within a membrane-enclosed region. - CORRECT
ANSWER-False
Only eukaryotic cells contain its genetic material within a nucleus.
, True or False: Prokaryotic cells can be subdivided into Bacteria and
Archaea. - CORRECT ANSWER-True
True or False: Archaea is noted for its ability to survive under harsh
conditions.
Correct! - CORRECT ANSWER-True
Archaea can often be found in harsh conditions such as high salt
levels, high acid conditions, high temperatures and even oxygen-
poor conditions.
Which of the following microorganisms are considered to be
Eukarya? Select all that apply. - CORRECT ANSWER-Animalia,
Plantae, Fungi, Protista
Microorganisms classified as Plantae obtain most of their energy by
converting [answer1] energy into [answer2] energy. - CORRECT
ANSWER-1. Light (sunlight)
2. chemical (sugars)
Which of the following are considered Protista? Select all that apply.
- CORRECT ANSWER-Algae, Amoeba
The function of the ribosome is - CORRECT ANSWER-Protein
synthesis
Learning Final Exam Review Latest
2023 - 2024 Essential Microbiology
Final Exam Portage Learning
,True/False. A virus is considered a microorganism. - CORRECT
ANSWER-False, Viruses are not living and as such are not
considered microorganisms. Viruses can, however, be classified as
microbes, a more general term that includes microorganisms and
viruses.
What is the smallest biological unit of life? - CORRECT ANSWER-A
cell
What are the four main types of macromolecules found in cells? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Proteins, Lipids, Nucleic Acids, Carbohydrates
Proteins are formed from various combinations of - CORRECT
ANSWER-Amino acids
There are how many known forms of amino acids - CORRECT
ANSWER-twenty
How many amino acids are classified as being essential amino
acids? - CORRECT ANSWER-Nine
Where can the two major types of nucleic acids be found in the cell?
- CORRECT ANSWER-DNA, RNA. Found in the nucleus.
,What is the role of RNA? - CORRECT ANSWER-RNA , found in the
nucleus is capable of leaving the nucleus. RNA is repsponsible for
deciphering the hereditary information in DNA and uses it to
synthesize proteins.
What is the role of DNA? - CORRECT ANSWER-DNA, found in the
nucleus contains vast amount of hereditary inforamtion, responible
for inhereitable characteristic os living organisms.
Complete the following RNA strand, and indicate how many bonds
are formed for each complementary pair:
3' GGUCAUCG 5'5' CC AGC 3' - CORRECT ANSWER-3' GGUCAUCG
5'5' CCAGUAGC 3'There are 2 bonds formed between A and U, and 3
bonds between G and C.
The plasma membrane - CORRECT ANSWER-Restricts movement of
materials in and out of the cell & Prevents essential nutrients from
escaping
How many carbon atoms are present in glucose? - CORRECT
ANSWER-6
True of False: The genetic material within a prokaryotic cell is
contained within a membrane-enclosed region. - CORRECT
ANSWER-False
Only eukaryotic cells contain its genetic material within a nucleus.
, True or False: Prokaryotic cells can be subdivided into Bacteria and
Archaea. - CORRECT ANSWER-True
True or False: Archaea is noted for its ability to survive under harsh
conditions.
Correct! - CORRECT ANSWER-True
Archaea can often be found in harsh conditions such as high salt
levels, high acid conditions, high temperatures and even oxygen-
poor conditions.
Which of the following microorganisms are considered to be
Eukarya? Select all that apply. - CORRECT ANSWER-Animalia,
Plantae, Fungi, Protista
Microorganisms classified as Plantae obtain most of their energy by
converting [answer1] energy into [answer2] energy. - CORRECT
ANSWER-1. Light (sunlight)
2. chemical (sugars)
Which of the following are considered Protista? Select all that apply.
- CORRECT ANSWER-Algae, Amoeba
The function of the ribosome is - CORRECT ANSWER-Protein
synthesis
