Microbiology Lab Exam 1 Study Guide with Complete Solutions
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Microbiology Lab
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Microbiology Lab
Microbiology Lab Exam 1 Study Guide
with Complete Solutions
What is the purpose of a bacterial smear preparation?
To spread a thin layer of bacteria on a slide for staining.
What is the result of a positive fermentation test?
Production of acid and/or gas from carbohydrate fermentation.
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Microbiology Lab Exam 1 Study Guide
with Complete Solutions
What is the purpose of a bacterial smear preparation?
✔✔To spread a thin layer of bacteria on a slide for staining.
What is the result of a positive fermentation test?
✔✔Production of acid and/or gas from carbohydrate fermentation.
What is the purpose of a wound culture in microbiology?
✔✔To identify the microorganisms causing an infection.
What is the role of the periplasmic space in Gram-negative bacteria?
✔✔To contain enzymes and proteins involved in nutrient acquisition and cell wall synthesis.
What is the significance of the Voges-Proskauer test?
✔✔To detect the production of acetoin in bacterial fermentation.
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,What does a positive mannitol fermentation test indicate?
✔✔The ability of an organism to ferment mannitol, producing acid.
What is the primary characteristic of facultative anaerobic bacteria?
✔✔They can grow in both the presence and absence of oxygen.
What is the function of an autoclave in sterilization?
✔✔To use steam and pressure to kill microorganisms and spores.
What is the difference between a Gram stain and an acid-fast stain?
✔✔Gram stain differentiates bacteria based on their cell wall structure, while acid-fast stain is
used for detecting Mycobacterium species.
What is the primary function of the bacterial flagellum?
✔✔To provide motility, allowing the bacterium to move towards or away from stimuli.
What is the role of the Bunsen burner in microbiology?
✔✔To sterilize tools and create an aseptic environment.
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, What is the appearance of a positive urease test?
✔✔Pink color change due to the production of ammonia.
What is the term for bacteria that are spherical in shape?
✔✔Cocci.
What is the function of the ribosome in bacteria?
✔✔To synthesize proteins.
What is the purpose of a biochemical test like the urease test?
✔✔To detect the ability of an organism to break down urea.
What type of bacteria are known to have an outer membrane in their cell wall?
✔✔Gram-negative bacteria.
What is the purpose of an antiseptic in microbiology?
✔✔To kill or inhibit the growth of microorganisms on living tissues.
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