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Microbiology Exam

The document is an examination paper for Microbiology II at the Lake Institute of Tropical Medicine, scheduled for September 19, 2024. It consists of two sections: Section A with 10 mandatory questions worth 40 marks, and Section B with 5 questions where candidates must answer any 3, each worth 20 marks. The paper covers various topics related to microbiology, food preservation, water contamination, and fungal diseases.

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Microbiology Exam

The document is an examination paper for Microbiology II at the Lake Institute of Tropical Medicine, scheduled for September 19, 2024. It consists of two sections: Section A with 10 mandatory questions worth 40 marks, and Section B with 5 questions where candidates must answer any 3, each worth 20 marks. The paper covers various topics related to microbiology, food preservation, water contamination, and fungal diseases.

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©2024 TVET LITMED

LAKE INSTITUTE OF TROPICALMEDICINE

END OF TERM EXAMINATION

JULY-SEP 2024 SESSION

MICROBIOLOGY II

CANDIDATES TOOL-WRITTEN ASSESSMENT

DATE: 19/09/2024

TIME: 2:00 PM – 4:P0AM

1. This paper consists of TWO sections: A and B.


2. Answer ALL questions in sections A and any THREE questions in section B
3. Marks for each question are indicated in brackets.
4. Do not write on this question paper.

This paper consists of TWO printed pages with FIFTEEN(15) questions


Candidate should check the question paper to ascertain that all the pages are printed as
indicated and that no questions are missing.

Turn Over
©2024 TVET LITMED

SECTION A: 40 MARKS
Answer ALL the questions in this section.

1. Explain why viruses are not considered true microorganisms.(4 marks)


2. Define mycotoxins and name two examples commonly found in food.(4 marks)
3. List four methods used for preserving food traditionally.(4 marks)
4. Describe the role of UV light as a modern food preservation method.(4 marks)
5. Explain the difference between fungal and bacterial cell structures.(4 marks)
6. List four sources of water contamination.(4 marks)
7. Define waterborne diseases and give two examples.(4 marks)
8. Briefly describe two methods used in water sampling.(4 marks)
9. Explain the importance of fungi in the decomposition of organic matter.(4 marks)
10. Describe the process of pasteurization as a method of food preservation.(4 marks)

SECTION B (60 MARKS)

Answer any 3 questions from this section. Each question is worth 20 marks.

11. a) Describe the steps in the viral replication process. (10 marks)
b) Explain how viruses are classified based on their genetic material and structure.(10
marks)

12. a) Discuss five growth requirements for fungi. (10 marks)


b) Describe the laboratory diagnostic methods for fungal infections.(10 marks)

13. a) Explain five common fungal diseases affecting animals, including their symptoms and
treatment. (10 marks)
b) Discuss the economic impact of fungal diseases in livestock.(10 marks)

14. a) Outline the steps involved in the water treatment process.(10 marks)
b) Discuss two traditional and two modern methods of water preservation. (10 marks)

15. a) Explain five methods of food preservation, including both traditional and modern
techniques. (10 marks)
b) Discuss the impact of food contamination on public health. (10 marks)

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