Read 180 Workshop 5A: Contagion vocabulary

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What is a virus?

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A virus is a tiny infectious agent that can only replicate inside the living cells of an organism.

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What is the immune system?

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The immune system is a network of cells, tissues, and organs that work together to defend the body against harmful pathogens.

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What does it mean if a disease is contagious?

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A contagious disease is one that can be spread from one person to another through direct or indirect contact.

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What does it mean to immunize someone?

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To immunize someone means to make them resistant to an infectious disease, often through vaccination.

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What is an epidemic?

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An epidemic is a sudden increase in the number of cases of a disease above what is normally expected in a specific area.

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What are symptoms?

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Symptoms are physical or mental features that indicate a condition or disease, such as fever or cough.

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How can wearing a mask protect others?

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Wearing a mask can help prevent the spread of germs by blocking respiratory droplets that may contain viruses.

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What is the role of virus hunters?

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Virus hunters are scientists who study viruses to understand their origins, spread, and how to control outbreaks.

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What is the difference between a virus and bacteria?

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Viruses are smaller and require a host to reproduce, while bacteria are single-celled organisms that can live independently.

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What does it mean to infect someone?

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To infect someone means to introduce a pathogen into their body, which can lead to disease.