Human Body And Microbes

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What are the three types of pathogens?

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Bacteria, viruses, and fungi.

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What are pathogens?

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Microorganisms that can cause disease.

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What is a characteristic of bacteria?

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Bacteria have no nucleus and can cause infections such as food poisoning or Salmonella.

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How do viruses survive?

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Viruses can only stay alive inside another cell, which is then called a host cell.

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Where do fungi tend to cause infections?

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On the skin, thriving in warm, damp conditions.

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What do bacteria need to survive?

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Glucose, oxygen, and warmth.

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At what temperature are bacteria incubated in schools?

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25 degrees Celsius to prevent them from growing too quickly.

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Where are bacteria grown?

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In petri dishes on agar jelly, which provides nutrients and containment.

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How can we observe bacteria?

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Using a microscope.

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How do microorganisms help in food production?

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They are involved in making many food items, medicines, keeping the environment clean, manufacturing, and research.