Which of the Following Statements Concerning Archaea in the Microbiome

question 33

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements concerning archaea in the microbiome is correct?

• A)Archaea evolved under extreme conditions and are not commensal with humans.
• B)The human body is a hostile environment for archaea.
• C)Methanogens are associated with anaerobic regions of the gut and the gingival pockets.
• D)Archaeal infections are treated with translation inhibitors, as their ribosomes are the same as bacterial ribosomes.

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Definitions:

Ureter

A tube that carries urine from the kidneys to the bladder.

Cystitis

An inflammation of the bladder, often caused by a urinary tract infection, leading to symptoms such as urgency, frequency of urination, and sometimes pelvic pain.

Perineal Area

The region of the body between the pubic symphysis and the coccyx, including the perineum, and surrounding structures.

Renal Sinus

The medial depression of a kidney.