4.3.1.5 protist diseases Flashcards
1
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What are protists ?
A
These can be any of numerous eukaryotic organisms that are not fungi, plants or animals are are chiefly unicellular or colonial
2
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What are the 4 things a protist can be?
A
Protozoan, certain algae, oomycetes and slime moulds
3
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What is the type of protist you must know about?
A
Malaria
4
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What is malaria and how is it spread?
A
It is caused by the protist - plasmodium and is spread via mosquitoes.
5
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What is the main symptom of malaria?
A
Recurrent episodes of fever, which can be fatal.
6
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What are the three main ways of reducing malaria chances?
A
Reduced by mosquito nets, insect repellents and deterrents, to avoid being bitten
