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The enhanced activity of drug combinations such as trimethoprim and sulfonilamide (SXT) is known as

The viral envelope remains on the host cell surface in which method of viral entry?

Which of the following classes of drugs selectively targets bacterial RNA polymerase?

Which of the following classes of drugs selectively targets bacterial RNA polymerase?

Which of the following mechanisms of entry can naked viruses use?  Mark all that apply – there may be more than one right answer!

Which of the following mechanisms of entry can naked viruses use?  Mark all that apply – there may be more than one right answer!

Which of the following is used for microbial control in spices and meats?

Although viruses are considered acellular, what is one component viruses share with cells?

The CDC has designated 5 bacteria as “Hazard-level Urgent” because of their “high consequence antibiotic resistance threat”. What are the 5 bacteria?

Match each of the following descriptions with the appropriate biosafety level: [a] Access to the lab is limited to trained personnel and any lab work that generates aerosols must be performed inside a biological safety cabinet. [b] Entry and exit are tightly controlled via sealed airlocks and laboratory workers are required to wear pressurized suits. [c] Requires minimal precautions such as  handwashing and proper disposal of contaminated item.  [d] All lab work must be conducted inside a biological safety cabinet and laboratory rooms must have lower air pressure than the surrounding rooms.