Biology Topic 7 Communicable diseases Flashcards
1
Q
What are pathogens?
A
Microorganisms that cause infectious disease
2
Q
What are the types of pathogen?
A
Virus, Bacteria, Protists and fungi
3
Q
How can pathogens spread to plants and animals?
A
Direct contact, water or air
4
Q
Cause of Malaria
A
Protists spread by Mosquito vectors
5
Q
Symptoms of Malaria
A
Fever which can be fatal
6
Q
How to prevent spread of malaria?
A
preventing mosquitoes from breeding and using mosquito nets and repellent to avoid being bitten
