BIOD 171 Microbiology Module Exams Questions With
Correct Answers.
QUESTION>The function of the lysosome is (select all that apply):
A. Lipid synthesis
B. Protein synthesis
C. To produce energy (ATP)
D. Protein modification and distribution
E. Waste disposal via hydrolytic enzymes - ANSWER ~E
QUESTION>The function of the mitochondria is (select all that apply):
A. Lipid synthesis
B. Protein synthesis
C. To produce energy (ATP)
D. Protein modification and distribution
E. Waste disposal via hydrolytic enzymes - ANSWER ~C
QUESTION>The combination of the cell membrane and the outer membrane is referred to as the (select
all that apply):
A. Cell wall
B. Capsid
C. Cell envelope
D. Outer leaflet - ANSWER ~C
QUESTION>True/False. A virus is considered a microorganism. - ANSWER ~False
QUESTION>True or False: The smallest biological unit of life is the molecule. - ANSWER ~False
QUESTION>At a generalized level, all cells are comprised of what? - ANSWER ~Macromolecules
, A student may also answer: Proteins, Lipids, Nucleic acids and Polysaccharides but they must answer
with all four to be fully correct.
QUESTION>Proteins are formed from various combinations of _______ of which there are ______
known forms. - ANSWER ~1. Amino acids
2. 20
QUESTION>How many amino acids are classified as being essential amino acids? - ANSWER ~9
QUESTION>The plasma membrane (select all that are true):
A. Restricts movement of materials in and out of the cell
B. Is often a triple layer comprised of lipids
C. Prevents essential nutrients from escaping
D. Contains hydrophobic tails pointing outward - ANSWER ~A;C
QUESTION>Complete the following DNA strand, and indicate how many bonds are formed for each
complementary pair:
3' GGTCATCG 5'
5' CC _____AGC 3' - ANSWER ~3' GGTCATCG 5'
5' CCAGTAGC 3'
There are 2 bonds formed between A and T, and 3 bonds between G and C.
QUESTION>True of False: The genetic material within a prokaryotic cell is contained within a membrane-
enclosed region. - ANSWER ~False
QUESTION>How many carbon atoms are present in the monosaccharide glucose? - ANSWER ~6
Correct Answers.
QUESTION>The function of the lysosome is (select all that apply):
A. Lipid synthesis
B. Protein synthesis
C. To produce energy (ATP)
D. Protein modification and distribution
E. Waste disposal via hydrolytic enzymes - ANSWER ~E
QUESTION>The function of the mitochondria is (select all that apply):
A. Lipid synthesis
B. Protein synthesis
C. To produce energy (ATP)
D. Protein modification and distribution
E. Waste disposal via hydrolytic enzymes - ANSWER ~C
QUESTION>The combination of the cell membrane and the outer membrane is referred to as the (select
all that apply):
A. Cell wall
B. Capsid
C. Cell envelope
D. Outer leaflet - ANSWER ~C
QUESTION>True/False. A virus is considered a microorganism. - ANSWER ~False
QUESTION>True or False: The smallest biological unit of life is the molecule. - ANSWER ~False
QUESTION>At a generalized level, all cells are comprised of what? - ANSWER ~Macromolecules
, A student may also answer: Proteins, Lipids, Nucleic acids and Polysaccharides but they must answer
with all four to be fully correct.
QUESTION>Proteins are formed from various combinations of _______ of which there are ______
known forms. - ANSWER ~1. Amino acids
2. 20
QUESTION>How many amino acids are classified as being essential amino acids? - ANSWER ~9
QUESTION>The plasma membrane (select all that are true):
A. Restricts movement of materials in and out of the cell
B. Is often a triple layer comprised of lipids
C. Prevents essential nutrients from escaping
D. Contains hydrophobic tails pointing outward - ANSWER ~A;C
QUESTION>Complete the following DNA strand, and indicate how many bonds are formed for each
complementary pair:
3' GGTCATCG 5'
5' CC _____AGC 3' - ANSWER ~3' GGTCATCG 5'
5' CCAGTAGC 3'
There are 2 bonds formed between A and T, and 3 bonds between G and C.
QUESTION>True of False: The genetic material within a prokaryotic cell is contained within a membrane-
enclosed region. - ANSWER ~False
QUESTION>How many carbon atoms are present in the monosaccharide glucose? - ANSWER ~6
