Pathogens & Disease

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What is the causative agent of Influenza?

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Virus

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What are examples of non-infectious diseases?

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Hemophilia and cancer

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What type of pathogen is classified as a single-celled, prokaryotic organism?

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Bacteria

Front

What pathogen causes Strep Throat?

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Bacteria

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What type of pathogen is responsible for Athlete's Foot?

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Fungus

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What are the main types of pathogens that can cause diseases?

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Viruses, bacteria, fungi, and parasites.

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What is the difference between infectious and non-infectious diseases?

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Infectious diseases are caused by pathogens and can be transmitted from person to person, while non-infectious diseases are not caused by pathogens and cannot be transmitted.

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What is a common symptom of viral infections?

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Fever, fatigue, and muscle aches.

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How do bacteria reproduce?

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Bacteria reproduce asexually through a process called binary fission.

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What is the role of fungi in the ecosystem?

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Fungi decompose organic matter and recycle nutrients back into the ecosystem.