Chapter 18- Microorganisms

Most microorganisms cannot be seen without a...

• microscope
• magnifying lens
• telescope
• x-ray machine

What is a way that you can protect yourself from microorganisms that can live on food?

• Store uncooked meats in a refrigerator or freezer. 
• Wash hands with soap and water before and after handling food.
• Cook chicken and other raw meats thoroughly.
• All of the above

The smallest microorganism on earth is known as  _____________

• a virus
• bacteria
• algae
• fungi

Which pathogen needs a host cell to reproduce?

• virus

• bacteria

• fungus

• parasite/protist

Which pathogen is treated with antibiotics?

• virus

• bacteria

• parasite

• fungi

Which pathogen is treated with anti-fungal cream?

• fungi

• virus

• parasites

• bacteria

Influenza is caused by:

• virus

• bacteria

• parasite

• fungi

Strep Throat is caused by:

• virus

• bacteria

• fungi

• parasite

An infectious disease:

• can be spread from person to person.
• can not be spread from person to person.

One way to prevent the spreading of disease is:

• to cough without covering your mouth.
• to wash your hands often.
• to rub your eyes and nose when sick.