Pathogen Types

What is the structure of bacteria?

• Bacteria are multicellular organisms with complex structures.

• Bacteria are single-celled organisms with a simple structure, lacking a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.

• Bacteria have a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.

• Bacteria are only found in extreme environments.

What is a vector in the context of pathogens?

• A type of pathogen that causes disease

• An organism that transmits a pathogen from one host to another, such as mosquitoes or ticks.

• A method of treating infections

• A genetic sequence that helps in pathogen replication

Which type of microbe is prokaryotic?

• Fungi

• Bacteria

• Viruses

• Protozoa

What is an example of a viral disease?

• Influenza (the flu)

• Bacterial pneumonia

• Fungal infection

• Tuberculosis

What is the significance of understanding pathogens?

• It helps in developing new technologies.

• Understanding pathogens is essential for preventing and treating diseases, as well as for public health.

• It is only important for laboratory research.

• It has no real-world applications.

Which type of microbe is sometimes called 'parasites'?

• Bacteria

• Fungi

• Protists

• Viruses

What is a common method to prevent bacterial infections?

• Proper hygiene

• Eating more sugar

• Avoiding all contact with people

• Using expired medications

Which type of microbe can be prevented with vaccines?

• Bacteria

• Fungi

• Viruses

• Protozoa

What is the difference between bacteria and viruses?

• Bacteria are living cells that can reproduce on their own, while viruses are not considered living and require a host to replicate.

• Bacteria are larger than viruses and can be seen with a regular microscope, while viruses are too small to be seen.

• Bacteria can only live in water, while viruses can survive in dry environments.

• Bacteria are always harmful, while viruses are always beneficial.

What are the main types of pathogens?

• Bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protists

• Bacteria, algae, worms, and insects

• Viruses, bacteria, parasites, and toxins

• Fungi, bacteria, viruses, and minerals