Ch. 22 Quiz Flashcards
What can bacterial toxins kill?
All of the above
- insect cells
- human cells
- other bacterial cells
- Protozoa
Which statement is true regarding novel antimicrobial strategies?
Siderophores are a good target because they do not exist in humans, and thus the side effects would be diminished
Which of the following is an important consideration of germ warfare?
All of the above
- dispersal
- persistence of the agent
- incubation time
- storage and preparation of the agent
According to the us army, which of the following is a requirement for biological weapons?
All of the above
- it should be able to be produced economically
- it should consistently produce death, disability, or damage
- it should be stable from production through delivery
- it should be easy to disseminate quickly and effectively
Which of the following has rarely been considered as a possible biological warfare agent?
All of the above
- Pathogenic fungi
- Pathogenic eukaryotes
- Bacteria
- viruses
According to the text, which of the following is one of the best biological weapons?
Anthrax
Since B. Anthracis strains are closely related, how is it possible to differentiate between the strains?
VNTRs
How does bubonic plaque spread?
Fleas
Which of the following is used as a live vaccine for smallpox?
Vaccinia virus
To what virus family do dengue fever and yellow fever belong?
Flaviviruses
What is the mode of action for ricin?
Inactivation of rRNA
Which of the following could be used as a biological agent against agriculture crops?
Pathogenic fungi spores
Which of the following gained virulence upon introduction of the IL-4 gene?
Mousepox
How are pathogens detected by using biosensors?
By antibodies that are connected to components to give electrical signals or trigger light emission
