Microbiology Fundamentals: A Clinical Approach, 3e (Cowan) Chapter 1 Introduction to Microbes and Their Building Blocks 1) When humans manipulate the genes of microorganisms, the process is called . A) bioremediation B) genetic engineering C) epidemiology D) immunology E) taxonomy Answer: B Section: 01.01 Topic: Microbial Roles; Basics of Genetic Engineering Bloom's: 01. Remember ASM Topic: Module 04 Information Flow ASM Objective: 04.05 Cell genomes can be manipulated to alter cell function. 2) Which of the following is not considered a microorganism? A) Mosquito B) Protozoan C) Bacterium D) Virus E) Fungus Answer: A Section: 01.01 Topic: Taxonomy of Microorganisms Bloom's: 01. Remember ASM Topic: Module 01 Evolution ASM Objective: 01.02 Mutations and horizontal gene transfer, along with the immense variety of microenvironments, have resulted in a vast diversity of microorganisms. 3) All microorganisms are best defined as organisms that . A) cause human disease B) lack a cell nucleus C) are infectious particles D) are too small to be seen with the unaided eye E) can only be found growing in laboratories 2 Copyright © 2019 McGraw-Hill Answer: D Section: 01.01 Topic: Microbial Roles Bloom's: 01. Remember ASM Topic: Module 01 Evolution ASM Objective: 01.02 Mutations and horizontal gene transfer, along with the immense variety of microenvironments, have resulted in a vast diversity of microorganisms. 3 Copyright © 2019 McGraw-Hill 4) Which activity is an example of biotechnology? A) Bacteria in the soil secreting an antibiotic to kill competitors B) A microbiologist using the microscope to study bacteria C) Egyptians using moldy bread on wounds D) Escherichia coli producing human insulin E) Public health officials monitoring diseases in a community Answer: D Section: 01.01 Topic: Basics of Genetic Engineering Bloom's: 02. Understand ASM Topic: Module 06 Impact of Microorganisms ASM Objective: 06.03 Humans utilize and harness microorganisms and their products. 5) Living things ordinarily too small to be seen with the unaided eye are termed . A) bacteria B) viruses C) parasites D) microorganisms E) prokaryotes Answer: D Section: 01.01 Topic: Cellular Organization Bloom's: 01. Remember ASM Topic: Module 01 Evolution ASM Objective: 01.02 Mutations and horizontal gene transfer, along with the immense variety of microenvironments, have resulted in a vast diversity of microorganisms. 6) The microorganisms that recycle nutrients by breaking down dead matter and wastes are called . A) decomposers B) prokaryotes C) pathogens D) eukaryotes E) fermenters Answer: A Section: 01.01 Topic: Microbial Roles Bloom's: 01. Remember ASM Topic: Module 06 Impact of Microorganisms ASM Objective: 06.01 Microbes are essential for life, as we know it, and the processes that support life (e.g. in biogeochemical cycles and plant/animal microflora).