Which of the following describes the pathogen Toxoplasma gondii ? a. it is a spore-forming sporozoan b. it is often carried by rats that leave droppings in soil c. oocysts are shed in feline feces and mature into sporocysts d. antibiotics effectively eliminate the pathogen

Explain the pasteurization process. Do you think pasteurization necessary? What about countries that don’t use pasteurization? How are they able to safely consume products like unpasteurized dairy products? Do you think raw milk and dairy products should be more or less available?

Describe two ways in which microorganisms are used by us or by scientists/industries to improve our everyday lives. This is an applied microbiology question and answers should be directed towards this rather than a normal function of microbes in the environment (including our gut microflora).

Describe what you think is the most important current issue(s) involving microbes and health care other than the current COVID -19 (Coronavirus) pandemic either in developed nations or in third world countries. Include in your initial post the name of the issue, a description of the issue, why the issue is so important (who it impacts, […]