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Sbi: Basic Microbiology Question Paper

Sbi: Basic Microbiology

Course:Bachelor Of Science In Public Health

Institution: Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University Of Science And Technology question papers

Exam Year:2017

JARAMOGI OGINGA ODINGA UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATION FOR DEGREE IN PUBLIC HEALTH/COMMUNITY HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT
2nd YEAR 1st SEMESTER 2017/2018 ACADEMIC YEAR
MAIN CAMPUS

COURSE CODE: SBI 3211
COURSE TITLE: BASIC MICROBIOLOGY

SECTION A : ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS IN THIS SECTION(30 marks)

1. Briefly explain two types of microbial diversity. (2 marks)
2. Differentiate broad spectrum from narrow spectrum antibiotics. (2 marks)
3. With reference to prokaryotic cells, describe the functions of the following(3 marks)
a. Capsule
b. Adjustment knob
c. Culture medium
4. Enumerate any 3 agents used in the control of bacterial growth. (3 marks)
5. Distinguish between anabolism and catabolism. (3 marks)
6. Name the clinical classes of protozoa with the pathologies caused.
7. Compare growth factor analogs and antibiotics. (4 marks)
8. Highlight the classes of organisms affected by temperature. (5 marks)
9. Name six enteric bacteria of medical importance with respective pathologies. (3 marks)

SECTION B: ANSWER ANY TWO QUESTIONS IN THIS SECTION (40 marks)

1. Discuss any five ways in which microorganisms may be useful to man. (20 marks)
2. Describe four common sterilization methods used in community or facility settings. (20 marks)
3. Giving relevant examples, discuss the economic importance of fungi. (20 marks)
4. Describe the process of viral replication. (20 marks)

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