Pathogens

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What is a pathogen?

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A pathogen is a microorganism that can cause disease in a host organism.

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What are the four main types of pathogens?

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The four main types of pathogens are bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites.

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What type of pathogen causes Athlete's Foot?

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Athlete's Foot is caused by a fungus.

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Why can't antibiotics treat the flu?

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The flu is caused by a virus, and antibiotics are ineffective against viral infections.

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What is the role of antibiotics?

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Antibiotics are used to treat bacterial infections.

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What is an epidemic?

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An epidemic is an outbreak of a disease that spreads rapidly and affects many individuals in a specific area.

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What is a pandemic?

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A pandemic is an outbreak of a disease that occurs over a wide geographic area, affecting a large number of people.

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How can the spread of disease be prevented?

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Washing hands often is one effective way to prevent the spread of disease.

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What type of pathogen is Salmonella?

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Salmonella is a type of bacteria.

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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 much smaller and require a host cell to replicate.