communicable diseases Flashcards
1
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What is pathogen
A
Pathogens are microorganisms that cause infectious disease E.g bacteria
2
Q
What is a virus
A
a very simple microorganism that infects cells E.g Covid-19
-Virus goes in the cell
-Spread around the cell
-Then burst and goes to another person
3
Q
What is bacteria
A
Very small living cells
Produce toxins that damage cells / tissue
E.g Salmonella
4
Q
What is a fungi
A
Fungi can be unicellular or multicellular
E.g mushrooms
5
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What are protist
A
infections caused by single-celled organisms known as protists
E.g mosquitos
