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A product that can be applied to the skin to reduce pathogens is called a(n):
Antiseptic
Key product information, such as handling, storage and emergency measures of the chemical product, is provided by the:
SDS
To destroy or kill certain pathogens on non-porous surfaces is referred to as
disinfection
Which regulating agencies develop rules that require salon/spas to keep the working areas, tools and all equipment in an appropriate condition
HSE & LA’s
The Health and Saftey Executive (HSE) and the Local Authorities (LAs
Destroying or killing all microbes is
sterilisation
“When an infectious disease spreads through the air or makes contact with a contaminated (dirty) object, it is referred to as:
indirect transmission
Another name for head lice is:
pediculosis capitis
Hair-like projections used by bacilli and spirilla to move themselves are called cilia or:
flagella
Organisms that live on or obtain nutrients from another organism are known as
external parasites
Parasitic fungi can cause contagious conditions, such as
tinea
Pus-forming bacterial cells that form in long chains and can cause blood poisoning are called:
streptococci
The common cold is caused by a(n):
filterable virus
The most common form of bacterial cells is:
bacilli
What bacterial cells form in grape-like bunches or clusters?
staphylococci
What is a highly infectious disease that infects the liver?
Human Hepatitis B Virus (HBV)