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1. **Q:** What is microbiology?
- **A:** Microbiology is the study of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, fungi,
protozoa, and algae.
2. **Q:** Who is known as the father of microbiology?
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2024/2025 REALMICROBIOLOGY
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1. **Q:** What is microbiology?
- **A:** Microbiology is the study of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, fungi,
protozoa, and algae.
2. **Q:** Who is known as the father of microbiology?
- **A:** Antonie van Leeuwenhoek is often considered the father of microbiology for his
pioneering work in developing the microscope and observing microorganisms.
3. **Q:** What are the main types of microorganisms?
- **A:** Bacteria, viruses, fungi, protozoa, and algae.
4. **Q:** What is the role of microbiota in the human body?
- **A:** The microbiota helps with digestion, produces vitamins, protects against pathogens,
and supports the immune system.
5. **Q:** What is aseptic technique?
- **A:** Aseptic technique refers to procedures used to prevent contamination by unwanted
microorganisms during laboratory work or medical procedures.
6. **Q:** What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?
- **A:** Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic
cells have a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.
7. **Q:** What is a pathogen?
- **A:** A pathogen is a microorganism that can cause disease in its host.
8. **Q:** What is the germ theory of disease?
- **A:** The germ theory of disease states that microorganisms are the cause of many
diseases.
9. **Q:** What is a culture medium?
, - **A:** A culture medium is a nutrient-rich solution used to grow and cultivate microorganisms
in a laboratory.
10. **Q:** What is the role of a microbiologist?
- **A:** A microbiologist studies microorganisms to understand their biology, ecology, and
effects on humans, animals, plants, and the environment.
### Bacteriology
11. **Q:** What is a gram stain?
- **A:** A gram stain is a technique used to differentiate bacteria into two groups:
Gram-positive and Gram-negative, based on their cell wall structure.
12. **Q:** What shape are cocci bacteria?
- **A:** Cocci are spherical-shaped bacteria.
13. **Q:** What are flagella?
- **A:** Flagella are whip-like structures that provide motility to certain bacteria.
14. **Q:** What is binary fission?
- **A:** Binary fission is the process by which bacteria reproduce, where a single cell divides
into two identical daughter cells.
15. **Q:** What is an endospore?
- **A:** An endospore is a resistant, dormant structure formed by some bacteria to survive
harsh conditions.
16. **Q:** What is an antibiotic?
- **A:** An antibiotic is a substance that kills or inhibits the growth of bacteria.
17. **Q:** What is a biofilm?
- **A:** A biofilm is a complex community of microorganisms attached to a surface and
embedded in a protective extracellular matrix.
18. **Q:** What are obligate anaerobes?
- **A:** Obligate anaerobes are bacteria that cannot survive in the presence of oxygen.
19. **Q:** What is bacterial conjugation?
- **A:** Bacterial conjugation is the transfer of genetic material between bacteria through
direct cell-to-cell contact.
20. **Q:** What are peptidoglycans?
- **A:** Peptidoglycans are polymers that form the cell wall of most bacteria, providing
structural support and protection.
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