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Microbiology

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Set 1 Living In A Microbial World

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Question 1

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Metabolism refers to:

A) the transfer of genetic information from generation to generation.
B) the changes in the characteristics of living things over time.
C) the response of living things to chemical signals in their environment.
D) the ability to reproduce.
E) the ability to assimilate and use energy.

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Question 2

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Which of the following statements is true?

A) Most microorganisms have eukaryotic cells.
B) Most microorganisms have cells containing organelles.
C) Many microorganisms have cells in which the genetic material is not surrounded by a nuclear membrane.
D) Animals have prokaryotic cells.
E) Plant cells do not contain organelles.

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Question 3

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Cells have the ability to maintain internal conditions within ranges compatible with life. This ability is called:

A) homeostasis.
B) evolution.
C) metabolism.
D) environmental response.

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