WES 5 microorganisms and disease

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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is an infectious disease?
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An infectious disease is an illness caused by pathogens (like bacteria or viruses) that can spread from one person to another.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How can infectious diseases spread?
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Infectious diseases can spread through direct contact, airborne transmission, contaminated surfaces, or bodily fluids.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the role of bacteria in our lives?
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Most bacteria are helpful and play essential roles in processes like digestion and nutrient cycling.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are antibiotics?
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Antibiotics are medicines used to treat infections caused by bacteria.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What happens when antibiotics are overused?
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Overusing antibiotics can lead to antibiotic resistance, making infections harder to treat.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a pandemic?
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A pandemic is the worldwide spread of a disease affecting a large number of people.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the difference between bacteria and viruses?
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Bacteria are single-celled organisms that can live independently, while viruses are smaller and need a host to reproduce.
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