Harald zur Hausen — Questions and answers

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What kind of virus did Harald zur Hausen think might be responsible for cervical cancer, instead of HSV-2?

Choices

  1. A) Flu viruses
  2. B) Papillomaviruses ✓
  3. C) Cold viruses
  4. D) Stomach viruses

Answer: B) Papillomaviruses

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What special technique did zur Hausen's team use to find tiny bits of viral DNA in cancer cells?

Choices

  1. A) Using very strong magnets.
  2. B) DNA hybridization. ✓
  3. C) Talking to the cells.
  4. D) Shining a bright light on them.

Answer: B) DNA hybridization.

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What amazing discovery did zur Hausen's team make in 1983 and 1984?

Choices

  1. A) They found a new type of tree.
  2. B) They identified specific HPV types (HPV16 and HPV18) in cervical cancer cells. ✓
  3. C) They invented a new kind of computer.
  4. D) They learned how to fly.

Answer: B) They identified specific HPV types (HPV16 and HPV18) in cervical cancer cells.

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What prestigious award did Harald zur Hausen receive in 2008 for his amazing discoveries?

Choices

  1. A) A gold medal in sports.
  2. B) The Nobel Prize. ✓
  3. C) A prize for best writer.
  4. D) An award for gardening.

Answer: B) The Nobel Prize.

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