Syphilis And Its Background

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Ehrlich's concept - the Magic _______ - was supposed to target certain organisms and specifically attack them.

About This Quiz

Explore the history and medical breakthroughs in treating Syphilis, focusing on Paul Ehrlich's discovery of its cure. This quiz assesses knowledge on Ehrlich's work, his Nobel Prize-winning research in Immunology, and the impact of his innovations on medicine.

2.

Ehrlich's discovery of a syphilis antibody was an accident.
- True
- False
Correct Answer

A. True

Explanation

Ehrlich was actually searching for a cure to the "sleeping sickness".

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3.

Which Nobel Prize did Ehrlich win and in what year?
- Physiology or Medicine in 1907
- Physiology or Medicine in 1908
- Chemistry in 1907
- Chemistry in 1908
Correct Answer

A. Physiology or Medicine in 1908

Explanation

Ehrlich won the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1908.

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4.

Ehrlich discovered the bacteria which caused syphilis.
- True
- False
Correct Answer

A. False

Explanation

Schaudinn and Hoffmann of Berlin did.

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5.

Syphilis can be transmitted by sharing a hot tub.
- True
- False
Correct Answer

A. False

Explanation

Main ways of transmission are sexual activity.

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6.

What was the problem with this chemical?
- It was too expensive to mass produce.
- It was too difficult a process to manufacture at all. It was too difficult to manufacture at all.
- It was poisonous to the human body.
- It was religiously frowned upon.
Correct Answer

A. It was poisonous to the human body.

Explanation

The problem with this chemical was that it was poisonous to the human body. This means that if it was used or consumed, it would have harmful effects on people's health.

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7.

Who discovered the cure for syphilis?
- Paul R. Ehrlich
- Paul Ehrlich
- Paul J. Ehrlich
- Paul S. Ehrlich
Correct Answer

A. Paul Ehrlich

Explanation

Paul Ehrlich is the correct answer because he was a German scientist who made significant contributions to the field of medicine, including the discovery of the first effective treatment for syphilis. Ehrlich developed a drug called Salvarsan, also known as "606", which was the first successful treatment for syphilis and revolutionized the field of chemotherapy. His discovery of Salvarsan marked a major breakthrough in the treatment of syphilis and saved countless lives.

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8.

From whom did Ehrlich develop his concept from?
- German Biologists
- French Chemists
- German Chemists
- French Biologists
Correct Answer

A. German Chemists

Explanation

Ehrlich developed his concept from German Chemists. This implies that he was influenced and inspired by the work and ideas of chemists from Germany, which likely played a significant role in shaping his own concepts and theories.

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9.

Which of the following bacteria cause syphilis?
- Spirochaete
- Chloroflexi
- Dictyoglomi
- Thermodesulfobacteria
Correct Answer

A. Spirochaete

Explanation

Spirochaete bacteria cause syphilis. Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum, which belongs to the Spirochaete phylum. These bacteria are characterized by their spiral shape and are known to cause a range of diseases in humans and animals.

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10.

Why was that certain drug used?
- It was cheaper to manufacture.
- It was easier to find.
- It was more friendly on the human body.
- It showed no side-effects.
Correct Answer

A. It was cheaper to manufacture.

Explanation

The certain drug was used because it was cheaper to manufacture. This suggests that cost played a significant factor in the decision-making process. The other options, such as being easier to find, more friendly on the human body, or showing no side effects, may also be important factors but the fact that the drug was cheaper to manufacture indicates that cost efficiency was prioritized in this situation.

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11.

There is currently no method of prevention for syphilis.
- True
- False
Correct Answer

A. True

Explanation

Currently, early treatment is the most viable option.

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12.

Which arsenical drug turned out to be the most effective in its treatment against syphilis?
- 600
- 602
- 604
- 606
Correct Answer

A. 606
13.

Ehrlich's testing on animals caused over 10 animal deaths.
- True
- False
Correct Answer

A. False

Explanation

All animals recovered in the space of 3 weeks without fail.

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14.

Which arsenical drug was used?
- 606
- 708
- 142
- 914
Correct Answer

A. 914
15.

Which chemical played a major role in Ehrlich's first breakthrough?
- Sulphuric acid
- Benzoic acid
- Acetylsalicyclic acid
- Arsanilic acid
Correct Answer

A. Arsanilic acid

Explanation

Arsanilic acid played a major role in Ehrlich's first breakthrough.

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16.

As the director of which institute did Ehrlich complete his research into syphilis?
- Institute for Infectious Diseases
- Institute for the control of therapeutic sera
- Royal Institute of Experimental Therapy
- Georg Speyerhaus
Correct Answer

A. Georg Speyerhaus

Explanation

Ehrlich completed his research into syphilis at the Georg Speyerhaus institute.

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17.

In which of the following fields did Ehrlich work in?
- Immunology
- Herpetology
- Haematology
- Chemotherapy
- Microbiology
Correct Answer(s)

A. Immunology
A. Haematology
A. Chemotherapy

Explanation

Ehrlich worked in the fields of immunology, haematology, and chemotherapy. Immunology is the study of the immune system and its response to pathogens, while haematology focuses on the study of blood and its disorders. Chemotherapy involves the use of drugs to treat cancer. These fields are all related to the study and treatment of diseases, making them relevant to Ehrlich's work.

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18.

Which of the following animals did Ehrlich test his antibody on?
- Mice
- Rats
- Rabbits
- Guinea Pigs
- Possums
- Cats
Correct Answer(s)

A. Mice
A. Rabbits
A. Guinea Pigs

Explanation

Ehrlich tested his antibody on mice, rabbits, and guinea pigs.

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How much do you think you know about Ehrlich and syphilis?

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Syphilis And Its Background

Ehrlich's concept - the Magic _______ - was supposed to target certain organisms and specifically attack them.

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Ehrlich's discovery of a syphilis antibody was an accident.

Which Nobel Prize did Ehrlich win and in what year?

Ehrlich discovered the bacteria which caused syphilis.

Syphilis can be transmitted by sharing a hot tub.

What was the problem with this chemical?

Who discovered the cure for syphilis?

From whom did Ehrlich develop his concept from?

Which of the following bacteria cause syphilis?

Why was that certain drug used?

There is currently no method of prevention for syphilis.

Which arsenical drug turned out to be the most effective in its treatment against syphilis?

Ehrlich's testing on animals caused over 10 animal deaths.

Which arsenical drug was used?

Which chemical played a major role in Ehrlich's first breakthrough?

As the director of which institute did Ehrlich complete his research into syphilis?

In which of the following fields did Ehrlich work in?

Which of the following animals did Ehrlich test his antibody on?

How much do you think you know about Ehrlich and syphilis?