Organisms that have their optimum growth pH between 8.5 and 11.5 are called ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
alkalophiles
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Rank the elements carbon, phosphorus, calcium, and iodine in order of decreasing number of electrons
A. CPCaI B. ICaPC C. IPCCa
Which one of the following statements is not true about the disk-diffusion method of antimicrobial susceptibility testing? (Note: information about susceptibility testing can be found on the CD-ROM that accompanies this book.)
A) A pure culture of the organism is required. B) It is also known as the “Kirby-Bauer test.” C) The plate should be incubated in a CO2 incubator for 12 hours. D) The test should be performed in the exact manner described by the Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute (CLSI).
The function of corticotropin-releasing factor (CSF) is to stimulate:a
the release of adrenocorticotropic hormone. b. gluconeogenesis. c. adrenaline release. d. glycogen synthesis. e. the inflammatory response.
Molluscum contagiosum is transmitted by direct contact with skin lesions, fomites, and sexual activity.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)