Microbiology Chapter 15 True and False

1) In general, the LD50 for exotoxins is much greater than the LD50 for endotoxins.

Answer: FALSE

2) Biofilms provide pathogens with an adhesion mechanism and aid in resistance to antimicrobial agents.

Answer: TRUE

3) The M protein enhances the virulence of Streptococcus by preventing phagocytosis.

Answer: TRUE

4) In A-B exotoxins, the A component binds to the host cell receptor so that the B component can enter the cell.

Answer: FALSE

5) The Limulus amoebocyte assay is used to detect minute amounts of endotoxin in drugs and medical devices.

Answer: TRUE

6) Cytopathic effects, such as inclusion bodies and syncytium formation, are the visible signs of viral infections.

Answer: TRUE

7) Ergot and aflatoxin are toxins sometimes found in grains contaminated with fungi.

Answer: TRUE

8) Most symptoms of endotoxins can be treated with administration of anti-endotoxin antibodies.

Answer: FALSE

9) Infections with some viruses may induce chromosomal changes that alter the growth properties of host cells.

Answer: TRUE

10) Many pathogens use the same portal for entry and exit from the body.

Answer: TRUE


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