TOPIC 1.1 : Microbial Technology Quiz

What is the meaning of the term 'Microbe'?

• Big life

• Small life

• No life

• Plant life

Which of the following is a characteristic of bacteria?

• Photosynthetic

• Multicellular

• Eukaryotic

• Unicellular

Where can fungi be found?

• Sea

• Freshwater

• Soil

• Air

What is the energy source for fungi?

• Heterotrophy

• Decomposition

• Inorganic reactions

• Photosynthesis

Which type of algae has chlorophyll and other pigments for photosynthesis?

• Blue-Green algae

• Brown algae

• Red algae

• Green algae

What is the structure of protozoa used for movement?

• Cilia

• Flagella

• Cytoplasm

• Pseudopodia

What is the basic structure of a virus?

• Chlorophyll and pigments

• Cell membrane and cytoplasm

• Nucleus and organelles

• RNA and DNA

What is the study of microscopic organisms called?

• Microbiology

• Biotechnology

• Zoology

• Genetics

Which type of bacteria is commonly encountered in soil and water?

• Eubacteria

• Gram Negative bacteria

• Gram Positive bacteria

• Archaebacteria

What is the role of fungi known as decomposers?

• Photosynthesis

• Parasitism

• Decomposition

• Predation