Biology Forums - Study Force

The leading cause of preventable blindness worldwide is:
 a. staphylococcus.
  b. streptococcus.
  c. trachoma.
  d. rickettsiae.

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Which antibiotic works to slow down the rate of reproduction of bacteria?
 a. tetracycline
  b. penicillin
  c. antihistamine
  d. helminths

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A laboratory method for diagnosing conditions in which a body fluid is placed in a dish with nutrients that allow bacteria to grow is the:
 a. staining method.
  b. culture method.
  c. strep method.
  d. staph method.

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Rod-shaped bacteria are known as:
 a. cocci.
  b. bacilli.
  c. spirochetes.
  d. staphs.

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Which statement best describes chronic infections?
 a. They are restricted to a specific area.
  b. They involve many body organs and systems.
  c. They produce symptoms and fever rapidly.
  d. They develop slowly and produce milder but longer lasting symptoms.

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