JMAAAC Flashcards
prevention
Prevention refers to the act of stopping something from happening or someone from doing something. It can involve various measures, such as lifestyle changes, safety precautions, or medical interventions, to reduce the risk of diseases, accidents, or other undesirable outcomes.
Antibodies
Antibodies are proteins produced by the body’s immune system to recognize and neutralize foreign substances like bacteria and viruses. They are a crucial part of the adaptive immune response, helping to eliminate pathogens and provide long-term immunity. Antibodies are Y-shaped molecules with two binding sites that specifically target and attach to antigens, marking them for destruction.
bacteria
a member of a large group of unicellular microorganisms which have cell walls but lack organelles and an organized nucleus, including some that can cause disease.
equipment
the necessary items for a particular purpose.
microbes
a microorganism, especially a bacterium causing disease or fermentation.a microorganism, especially a bacterium causing disease or fermentation.
precaution
a measure taken in advance to prevent something dangerous, unpleasant, or inconvenient from happening.
Treat
behave toward or deal with in a certain way.