Microbes and diseases quiz

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This Microbes and diseases quiz quiz contains 15 multiple choice questions designed to help you revise and test your Microbes and diseases quiz knowledge. Select an answer for each question and click “Submit Answer” to see instant feedback. Take your time and try to score as high as possible!

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The study of microorganisms has shown that some are very important to society in ways that we could only imagine. Microbes are often used by medical personnel in the production of vaccines and treatment drugs for particular diseases. This goes so far as to tell us that the causes of some diseases could actually be used in the production of vaccines for those same diseases. And We have come to test your knowledge and prepare you for any upcoming Exams or tests involving A level Biology. 

Microbes are minute unicellular organisms that are invisible to the human eye like viruses. They are found in the air, water, land, and other living things. The human body alone is home to millions of microorganisms. They are used for the production of food, antiseptics, and treatment of water.

Diseases are disorders caused by organisms such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites. Diseases are caused by only harmful organisms, some are totally harmless and they even live in our bodies.

You will now find 15questions on this quiz below, play and test your knowledge as you prepare for your tests. 

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Question 1 of 15

Which of the following describes the word antiseptic?

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Question 2 of 15

Which of the following is TRUE?

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Question 3 of 15

Which of the following describes the word infection?

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Question 4 of 15

Very small living things that can only be seen with a __(1)__ and are called __(2)__. Some are __(3)__ like __(4)__ used in breadmaking. However, others are __(5)__ causing diseases like __(6)__.  Which missing word is __(2)__?

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Question 5 of 15

Which of the following summaries describes a fungus?

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Question 6 of 15

Very small living things that can only be seen with a __(1)__ and are called __(2)__. Some are __(3)__ like __(4)__ used in breadmaking. However, others are __(5)__ causing diseases like __(6)__.  Which missing word is __(6)__?

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Question 7 of 15

You can grow micro-organisms in a __(1)__ containing a gelatinous layer of __(2)__ mixed with __(3)__ to feed on. The __(4)__ are spread across the gel using a __(5)__ wire loop.  Which word(s) is/are missing from __(5)__?

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Question 8 of 15

The body has many natural defences against harmful materials including microbes that cause disease. Which 'defence' relates to your stomach?

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Question 9 of 15

Which of the following is TRUE?

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Question 10 of 15

Which of the following matches the word pasteurisation?

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Question 11 of 15

Very small living things that can only be seen with a __(1)__ and are called __(2)__. Some are __(3)__ like __(4)__ used in breadmaking. However, others are __(5)__ causing diseases like __(6)__.  Which missing word is __(4)__?

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Question 12 of 15

Which of the following describes the word antibody?

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Question 13 of 15

Which of the following describes the word pathogen

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Question 14 of 15

Which of the following is TRUE?

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Question 15 of 15

Very small living things that can only be seen with a __(1)__ and are called __(2)__. Some are __(3)__ like __(4)__ used in breadmaking. However, others are __(5)__ causing diseases like __(6)__.  Which missing word is __(3)__?