Harmful microorganisms and how to kill them Flashcards

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what is the name Harmful micro-organisms that cause disease

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pathogenic microorganism

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name three pathogenic microorganisms and the diseases that they cause

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Chlamydia -STI
varicella virus- chicken pox
salmonella-food posining

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name 5 ways microorganisms can be spread

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eating food or drink that is affected by with bacteria ,virus , and fungi

breathing infected air

someone has sneezed or coughed

touching infected surfaces

body fluids

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Explain why I should wash my hands after the toilet, before preparing or eating food or before doing first aid.

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prevents the spread of pathogens

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