MI 1.4 Practice Flashcard

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What is a transgenic organism?

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An organism that has had foreign genes incorporated into its genome.

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What factors are important when producing a new vaccine?

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The safety of the vaccine, ease of delivery, and overall effectiveness over time.

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Who developed a vaccine against smallpox?

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Edward Jenner.

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What is an epidemic?

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A rapidly spreading outbreak of disease affecting many large populations.

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What type of immunity do vaccines provide?

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Active immunity.

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Define recombinant organism.

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An organism that has been genetically modified to contain DNA from another organism.

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What is passive immunity?

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Immunity acquired through the transfer of antibodies from another individual.

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What is the difference between an epidemic and a pandemic?

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An epidemic is a disease outbreak in a specific area, while a pandemic is a global outbreak.

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What is the role of vaccines in public health?

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Vaccines help prevent the spread of infectious diseases and protect populations.

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What is the significance of Edward Jenner's work?

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He pioneered the development of the smallpox vaccine, which was the first successful vaccine.