Section. 4 Flashcards
1
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Pathogen types
A
Parasites Protist Fungi Bacteria Virus Prions
2
Q
Parasites
A
Lives in or on host benefit on host expense
Composed of cells multicellular
Endoparasites - inside the body , tapeworm
Ectoparasites - outside lice, ticks
3
Q
Viruses
A
Not living organism
Do not consist of cell
10 times smaller than bacteria
Can infect bacteria or cells
4
Q
Prions
A
Defective version of harmless protein preset in healthy human brains
Brain develop spongy appearance
Muscles wasting loss of muscle control inability to coordinate breathing
5
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Organisms
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Life form composed of one or more cells
Capable of reproduction
Can be attacked by other pathogens f.e bacteria by virus
