Foundation Practice Questions

Question 1

What is the process in bacteria that is inhibited by beta-lactam antibiotics?

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Question 2

117g of NaCl is dissolved in water to make a 0.5L solution. NaCl has a molecular weight of 58.5g. Assume that NaCl fully dissociates into two ions in this solution. What is the osmolarity of this solution?

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Question 3

What is the best description of a bacterial exotoxin?

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Question 4

What is the endocrine tissue that secretes the hormone, aldosterone?

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Question 5

What is the ion that is released from the terminal cisternae, combines with troponin and removes the blocking action of tropomyosin, resulting in formation of cross bridges during muscle contraction?

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Question 6

What is the property typical of gram negative cells?

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Question 7

What is the receptor type that is present on the soma of postganglionic neurones within the sympathetic nervous system?

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Question 8

What is the sugar type that best describes D-glyceraldehyde?

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Question 9

What is the major source of energy in the fed state?

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Question 10

What is the common virulence factor present in some pathogenic bacteria?

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