12/5 pathogens Flashcards by zoe h

Q

What type of pathogens are there?

A

Bacteria
Protists
Fungi
Viruses

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Q

Name some diseases caused by bacteria

A

Cholera
Food poisoning
Tuberculosis

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Name some diseases caused by viruses

A

Influenza
AIDS
Measles
Mumps

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Q

Name a disease caused by a protist

A

Malaria

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Q

Name a disease caused by fungi

A

Athlete’s foot

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Q

What are the symptoms of chalara dieback?

A

Lesions on the trunk and branches
Leaves dying earlier than usual
Dieback on top leaves

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How is chalara dieback spread?

A

Through the air

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Which pathogen is chalara dieback caused by?

A

Fungi

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Q

Which pathogen is HIV caused by?

A

A virus

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How is cholera spread?

A

Infected faeces

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How is tuberculosis spread?

A

Infected people coughing and sneezing

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What symptoms can tuberculosis cause?

A

Huge weight loss
Lung damage

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How is malaria spread?

A

With mosquitoes acting as vectors

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