Fundamentals of microbiology UE Past Papers Questions.

1. Describe how virus replicates, explaining why are they regarded as non living entities
2. Draw a detailed structure of a virus particle and describe variations of genome.

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There is an argument that in the absence of microorganisms , higher life forms would never have arisen and could not now be sustained. What are the bases for this argument?

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1. Describe the main characteristics of brown algae
2. Write a brief account on spore variations in fungi

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1. Describe the characteristics of the following groups of fungi show the main distinct features.

1. Sphaeropsidales
2. Melanoconiales
3. Moniliales

2. What are the main differences between Mycoplasma and Rickettisia

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1. With suitable illustrations describe reproductive cycles of the following groups of fungi.

1. Oomycetes
2. Ascomycetes
3. Basidiomycetes

2. Describe sexual conjugation in algae and show how it differs to binary fission.

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