communicable diseases #1: pathogens Flashcards
1
Q
define pathogen
A
microorganism that causes a disease
2
Q
what are the four main types of pathogens? (4)
A
viruses, bacteria, fungi, protists
3
Q
what are examples of pathogens in animals? (4)
A
HIV to AIDS, Salmonella, athlete’s foot, malaria
4
Q
In plants? (4)
A
Tobacco mosaic virus, Agrobacterium, Rose black spot, downy mildew
5
Q
what are diseases caused by pathogens called?
A
communicable diseases
6
Q
what are the other types of diseases that cannot be caught? (3)
A
cystic fibrosis which is genetic, deficiency diseases caused by lack of minerals and vitamins like scurvy, cancer caused by carcinogens or naturally when cells divide incorrectly
7
Q
how can diseases be transmitted? (5)
A
direct contact, water, air, unhygienic food preparation, vectors
