Questions: <Chapter 1 HW Introduction to Microbiology - Attempt 1 Chapter 1 Reading Question 1 (NCLEX-HESI-TEAS style) Part A Select the true statement(s) about microbes. To be marked correct, youll need to select all true statements, as there may be more than one corriect answer. The domain Archaea does not include microbes. Most microbes are pathogens. Some microbes are visible to the naked eye. Viruses and prions are considered microbes. Submit Request Answer Provide Feedback

The true statements about microbes are:

1. Some microbes are visible to the naked eye.
2. Viruses and prions are considered microbes.

Explanation for each option:

• The domain Archaea does not include microbes.
  This statement is incorrect. The domain Archaea does include microbes. Archaea are a group of single-celled microorganisms that are distinct from bacteria and are considered microbes.

• Most microbes are pathogens.
  This statement is incorrect. While some microbes are pathogens, the majority of microbes are not harmful and can be beneficial or neutral to humans and the environment.

• Some microbes are visible to the naked eye.
  This statement is correct. While most microbes are microscopic, some, like certain fungi and algae, can be large enough to be seen without a microscope.

• Viruses and prions are considered microbes.
  This statement is correct. Viruses and prions are considered types of microbes, even though they are not cellular organisms like bacteria or fungi.

In summary, the correct statements are that some microbes are visible to the naked eye and that viruses and prions are considered microbes.