Understanding Microorganisms and Diseases

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What is a communicable disease?

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A disease that can be spread from person to person

Front

Which of the following is a virus? Salmonella, Influenza, Athlete's foot, Malaria

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Influenza

Front

Which type of microorganism is responsible for causing athlete's foot?

Back

Fungus

Front

Which of the following diseases is caused by a protist? Tuberculosis, Malaria, Measles, Ringworm

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Malaria

Front

What is the primary method of transmission for bacterial infections?

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All of the above

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of viruses?

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They can reproduce on their own

Front

Which of the following is a bacterial disease? HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, Chickenpox, Athlete's foot

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Tuberculosis

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What is the role of antibiotics?

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To kill bacteria

Front

Which of the following is a fungal infection? Malaria, Influenza, Ringworm, Tuberculosis

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Ringworm

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How do vaccines help prevent viral infections?

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By strengthening the immune system