Essential Microbiology with Lab (BIOD 171) – Module 1 Exam (Respondus LockDown Browser + Webcam) 2026–2027

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Question 1 pts


True/False. A virus is considered a microorganism.


True

Correct! False


Viruses are not living and as such are not considered
microorganisms. Viruses can, however, be classified as microbes, a
more general term that includes microorganisms and viruses.




Question 2 pts


True or False: The smallest biological unit of life is the molecule.


True

Correct! False


The smallest biological unit of life is the cell.




Question 3 pts


What are the four main types of macromolecules found in cells?

Your Answer:
Proteins, Lipids, Nucleic Acids and Carbohydrates




Proteins, Lipids, Nucleic Acids, Carbohydrates


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Question 4 pts


Proteins are formed from various combinations of [answer1] of which
there are [answer2] known forms.

Your Answer:
Amino acids, 20




1. Amino acids
2. 20




Question 5 pts


How many amino acids are classified as being essential amino acids?

Your Answer:
9




9




Question 6 pts


Where can the two major types of nucleic acids be found in the cell, and
what are their roles?

Your Answer:
DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) and RNA (ribonucleic acid) are the 2 major
types of nucleic acids, these are the chemical molecules that carry the
genetic information inside a cell. DNA is made up of hereditary information
and is responsible for the inherited characteristics of living organisms.
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