pathogens and immune response Flashcards
1
Q
what are pathogens?
A
organisms that cause disease
2
Q
what is an example of a bacteria caused by a protoctista?
A
plasmodium
3
Q
what is an example of a bacteria caused by a bacterium?
A
pneumococcus
4
Q
what is an example of a bacteria caused by a virus?
A
tobacco mosaic virus/ HIV
5
Q
what is an example of a bacteria caused by a fungi?
A
athletes foot- caused by mould
6
Q
what are the body’s 2 defence mechanisms?
A
barrier mechanisms
immune system
7
Q
what are some examples of the body’s barrier mechanisms?
A
nose has tiny hairs and produces mucus- pathogens are trapped and swept away
tears in eyes contain a chemical (enzymes) that kill bacteria
