Microbiology: An Introduction
12th Edition
ISBN: 9780321929150
Author: Gerard J. Tortora, Berdell R. Funke, Christine L. Case
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 15, Problem 2MCQ
Summary Introduction
Introduction:
Toxins are poisonous substance produced by the microorganism to cause disease.
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A. Aerosol
1. Disease caused by pathogen transfer
B. Airborne infection
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C. Asepsis
3. Organism capable of multiplication
D. Decontamination
4. Process to kill/remove all microorganisms including spores and viruses
E. Pathogen
5. Thick-walled resting cells formed by Gram+ organisms
F. Infection
6. Organism able to cause disease in a host
G. Disinfection
7. Suspension in air of finely dispersed solids or liquids
H. Viable microorganisms
8. Caused by inhaling airborne material carrying microbial contaminants
I. Sterilization
9. Prevention of microbial contamination
J. Spores (bacterial)
10. Disinfection or sterilization of contaminated articles
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Microbiology: An Introduction
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