Microbiology and Diseases Quiz

Who is credited with the first vaccine for smallpox?

• Louis Pasteur

• Robert Koch

• Alexander Fleming

• Edward Jenner

What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

• Produces energy

• Controls movement in and out of the cell

• Contains genetic material

• Makes proteins

Which scientist developed postulates for determining the microbial cause of a disease?

• Louis Pasteur

• Edward Jenner

• Robert Koch

• Paul Ehrlich

What is the function of ribosomes in a cell?

• Controls level of water and other materials in cell

• Recycles and decomposes proteins, fats, and carbohydrates

• Makes proteins

• Produces energy

What is the main function of lysosomes in a cell?

• Makes proteins

• Digestive 'plant' for proteins, fats, and carbohydrates

• Controls movement in and out of the cell

• Produces energy

Who developed the first antibiotic, penicillin?

• Louis Pasteur

• Alexander Fleming

• Edward Jenner

• Robert Koch

What is the main function of chloroplasts in a plant cell?

• Controls level of water and other materials in cell

• Produces energy through chemical reactions

• Digestive 'plant' for proteins, fats, and carbohydrates

• Where photosynthesis takes place

What is the function of the cell membrane?

• Produces energy

• Makes proteins

• Controls movement in and out of the cell

• Contains genetic material

Who developed the first vaccine for polio?

• Louis Pasteur

• Jonas Salk

• Edward Jenner

• Albert Sabin

What is the main function of the endoplasmic reticulum in a cell?

• Recycles and decomposes proteins, fats, and carbohydrates

• Controls level of water and other materials in cell

• Makes proteins

• Produces energy through chemical reactions