Infection And Response Flashcards
When does aids occur?
When the immune system becomes so badly damaged it can no longer deal with other infections. White blood cells cannot kill pathogen
What are the symptoms of tobacco mosiac virus?
Mosiac pattern of discolouration on leaves —> affect growth due to lack of photosynthesis. –> it destroys the chlorophyll
What are the symptoms of rose black spot ?
Purple or black spots develop the. The leaves may turn yellow and drop. Affects growth due to lack of photosynthesis.
Where does aspirin originate from ?
From Willow.
Where does heart drug digitalis originate from ?
Foxglove.
What are the 3 steps of clinical trials? (What kind of people do they use?)
- Low dose given at start.
- If it is found to be safe further trails carried out to find the optimum dose.
- Double blind tests are taken.
On healthy people
How can monoclonal bodies be used to treat diseases ?
Monoclonal antibodies to specific disease are bound to a toxic drug or chemical.
Delivers to cells without harming other cells in the body.
Why are monoclonal antibodies not as widely used as hoped ?
They create more side effects than expected.
What are aphids ?
Insects.
What does nitrate deficiency cause ?
Stunted growth —> lack of protein due to lack of nitrate ions.
What does magnesium deficiency cause ?
Chlorosis —> lack of magnesium ions needed to make chlorophyll.
What is the inverse square law of light intensity ?
Li = 1/d²
What are the uses of glucose from photosynthesis ? (+ Expand what for )
- respiration
- production of cellulose
- production of amino acids
- production of fats or oil
- converted into insoluble starch
Salmonella prevention after sick
Wash hands AFTER BEING SICK
isolate your self
Repeatable
Repeat AND COMPARE
