CHAPTER 10

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What is the primary function of adhesins in the context of bacterial invasion?

Back

To facilitate attachment to target cells.

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What is the main difference between exotoxins and endotoxins?

Back

Exotoxins are secreted by bacteria during growth, while endotoxins are released when bacteria die.

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What are cytotoxins?

Back

Toxins that kill host cells or disrupt their function.

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What organism does water serve as a reservoir for?

Back

Entamoeba histolytica.

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What is pathogenicity?

Back

The ability of an organism to produce disease.

Front

Define adhesins.

Back

Molecules on the surface of bacteria that facilitate attachment to host cells.

Front

What are exotoxins?

Back

Toxins secreted by bacteria that can cause damage to the host.

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What are endotoxins?

Back

Components of the outer membrane of gram-negative bacteria that are released upon cell lysis.

Front

What is the role of neurotoxins?

Back

Toxins that specifically target nerve cells and disrupt their function.

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What is the difference between a pathogen and a non-pathogen?

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A pathogen is an organism that can cause disease, while a non-pathogen does not.