Explore topic-wise MCQs in Technology.

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1.

Differential media allows the growth of a certain type of organism and will inhibit the growth of certain microorganisms.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
2.

The steam is injected into the system via a nozzle.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
3.

Which of the following is an advantage of continuous sterilization over batch sterilization?

A. Solid matter can be used in media
B. Reduction of fermenter corrosion
C. Lower risk of contamination
D. Easier control
Answer» C. Lower risk of contamination
4.

Which of the following is the most preferable frequency for ultrasonic sterilization?

A. 500 kHz
B. 300 kHz
C. 600 kHz
D. 400 kHz
Answer» B. 300 kHz
5.

Which of the following organism can grow with or without oxygen?

A. Obligate aerobes
B. Facultative anaerobes
C. Obligate anaerobes
D. Aerotolerant anaerobes
Answer» C. Obligate anaerobes
6.

Which of the following wavelengths of radiation has the highest bacterial efficiency?

A. 270 nm
B. 280 nm
C. 265 nm
D. 290 nm
Answer» D. 290 nm
7.

Which of the following is not an antimicrobial chemical agent?

A. Cresol
B. Formaldehyde
C. Acetone
D. Iodine
Answer» D. Iodine
8.

Which of the following is not a method of sterilization?

A. Radiation
B. Chemical Treatment
C. Ultrasonic treatment
D. Cooling
Answer» E.
9.

The fermenter vessel is sterilized at ____________

A. 20 psi
B. 15 psi
C. 5 psi
D. 10 psi
Answer» C. 5 psi
10.

Which of the following is the main disadvantage of a direct plate exchanger?

A. Foaming occurs
B. High capital cost
C. If the media contains suspended solids, the plate may get blocked
D. High maintenance
Answer» D. High maintenance
11.

The sterilization in double spiral heat exchanger is done through ___________

A. Countercurrent mechanism
B. Counter mechanism
C. Symporter mechanism
D. Antiporter mechanism
Answer» B. Counter mechanism
12.

What is the function of the holding loop?

A. It heats the medium
B. It sterilizes the medium
C. It holds the medium
D. It cools the medium
Answer» C. It holds the medium
13.

Which of the following is a type of continuous sterilizer?

A. Steam Injector
B. Inertial Impaction
C. Electrostatic attraction
D. Interception
Answer» B. Inertial Impaction
14.

The holding time at 135°C will be _________

A. 2.44 minutes
B. 51.9 seconds
C. 18.9 seconds
D. 2.7 seconds
Answer» C. 18.9 seconds
15.

Which of the following time is not included in continuous sterilization?

A. Heating time
B. Cooling time
C. Holding time
D. Sterilization time
Answer» E.