Disease & Infection Flashcards
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What are pathogens?
A
Disease-causing agents
1
Q
Name the theory:
States that microorganisms cause infectious disease
A
Germ theory of disease
2
Q
Name 5 common pathogens
A
Viruses Bacteria Protists Worms Fungi
3
Q
What are ways that disease can be spread?
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Physical contact, food or water, infected animals (vectors)
4
Q
Name 3 things that have been developed to fight pathogens
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Antivirals
Antimicrobials
Antibiotics
