4.1.1: Communicable Diseases: Protoctista Flashcards
What are Protoctista?
Eukaryotes that exist as single-celled organisms or cells grouped into colonies.
Are all Protoctista pathogenic?
No, most are not pathogenic.
What type of organisms are pathogenic Protoctista?
Parasites.
How are pathogenic Protoctista usually transmitted?
Via a vector.
What disease is caused by the Protoctista Plasmodium?
Malaria.
How is Plasmodium transmitted to humans?
Through mosquito bites.
Where does Plasmodium reproduce?
Both in mosquitos and within human hosts.
What cells does Plasmodium infect in humans?
Red blood cells, the liver, and the brain.
What are some symptoms of Malaria?
Headache, fever, fatigue, pain, chills, sweating, dry cough, back pain, enlarged spleen, nausea, vomiting.
True or False: There is a vaccine for Malaria.
False.
What causes Potato blight?
Phytophthora infestans, a fungus-like protoctista.
What types of blight does Phytophthora infestans cause?
Potato blight and tomato late blight.
What structure of Phytophthora infestans enters the plant?
Hyphae.
What is the outcome of the damage caused by Phytophthora infestans?
Damage to the leaves and fruit.
Is there a cure for Potato blight?
No.
Fill in the blank: The symptoms of Malaria include __________.
Headache, fever, fatigue, pain, chills, sweating, dry cough, back pain, enlarged spleen, nausea, vomiting.
What are some preventative measures for Malaria?
Preventative medicines.
