Pathogens Flashcards

1
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Pathogen

A

infectious microscopic organism that causes a disease

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2
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Different types of pathogens

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Bacteria
Fungi
Virus
Protozoa

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3
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cellular(living) pathogens

A

parasites, fungi

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4
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acellular(non-living) pathogens

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virus

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5
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How can pathogens be transmitted

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Skin contact
Airborne particles
Touching surface touched by infected person

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