Microorganisms and Human Body Interactions Quiz

Lactobacillus is a beneficial bacterium found in the human body, particularly in the digestive system, contributing to health by aiding in digestion and promoting a balanced microbial environment.

Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae.

Bifidobacterium bifidum is a beneficial bacterium found in the human gut, contributing to digestion and maintaining gut health.

Streptococcus mutans is a bacterium responsible for causing dental cavities through the production of acids that erode tooth enamel.

Escherichia coli, a bacterium commonly found in the gastrointestinal tract, is a common cause of urinary tract infections (UTIs) in humans.

Mycobacterium tuberculosis is the bacterium that causes tuberculosis, a contagious bacterial infection primarily affecting the lungs.

Telepathic transmission is not a valid mode of transmission for microorganisms; common modes include direct contact, airborne, and vector-borne.

Tetanus is a disease caused by the bacterium Clostridium tetani, not a virus; it enters the body through wounds and causes muscle stiffness.

Salmonella is a bacterium commonly associated with food poisoning, often contracted through contaminated food.

Rheumatic fever is an autoimmune disease triggered by a preceding streptococcal infection, affecting joints, skin, and other organs.

Antibiotics are drugs that kill or inhibit the growth of bacteria, making them effective against bacterial infections.

Plasmodium falciparum is a protozoan parasite responsible for causing malaria, a mosquito-borne infectious disease.

Tinea pedis, commonly known as athlete's foot, is a fungal infection affecting the feet.

Rhinovirus is a common virus responsible for causing the majority of common cold infections in humans.

Commensals are microorganisms that live in or on the body without causing harm, maintaining a symbiotic relationship with the host without causing disease.