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3.M Bacterial pathogenicity and virulence factors Flashcards

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What is pathogenicity?

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The ability of a microbe to cause disease

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What is virulence?

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The degree of pathogenicity in a microorganism

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What is the term pathogenicity used to?

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Describe or compare species

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What is the term virulence used to?

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Describe or compare strains within the same species

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