Microorpanisms

Question 1

Name the 2 main types of microorganisms?

Answer 1

Bacteria and fungus

Question 2

Name 3 products produced using microorganisms?

Answer 2

Beer, bread and wine

Question 3

Why are microorganisms suitable for producing useful substances for humans?

Answer 3

Because they grow quickly and can use a diverse range of food sources

Question 4

Give an example of a single celled fungi?

Answer 4

Yeast

Question 5

What is produced during fermentation in plant and yeast cells?

Answer 5

Carbon dioxide and alcohol

Question 6

Where does fermentation occurs in cells?

Answer 6

In the cytoplasm

Question 7

What substance builds up in animal cells during fermentation?

Answer 7

Lactate

Question 8

What is the name for anaerobic respiration in yeast call?

Answer 8

Fermentation

Question 9

Name 2 useful substances made by bacteria carrying out fermentation?

Answer 9

Cheese and yogurt

Question 10

Name 3 useful substances made by yeast carrying out fermentation?

Answer 10

Wine, beer and cheese