communicable diseases #9: extra definitions and a calculation lmao Flashcards
1
Q
what is the zone of inhibition?
A
zone where bacteria are killed. the larger the zone, the more bacteria are killed.
2
Q
what is the zone of inhibition calculation?
A
area = pi X r^2
3
Q
define antibiotic
A
things that are safe to ingest that either disrupt the way bacteria replicate so the can’t multiply or they stop newly replicated bacteria from making a cell wall, therefore the bacteria can’t function
4
Q
antiseptic
A
a type of disinfectant that is safe to put on skin.
5
Q
disinfectant
A
chemicals that can only be used externally or in a lab to kill bacteria
6
Q
binary fission
A
the way in which bacteria divide
7
Q
how can you prevent infections spreading? (4)
A
isolate the sick person, vaccination, hygiene, destroying or controlling vectors
