10 Questions
What are biologic hazards classified as?
Plants, animals, and their products
What is an example of a biologic hazard?
A bacterium that carries a disease
What type of biologic agents have cell walls?
Bacteria and fungi
What is a characteristic used to classify biologic agents?
Their physical and other cellular characteristics
What is the term for adverse health effects on the immune system?
Immunotoxicity
Which type of toxicity affects the skin?
Dermal Toxicity
What is a key difference between bacteria and viruses?
The presence of a cell wall
What is the term for adverse health effects on the liver?
Hepatotoxicity
Which type of toxicity affects the brain or nerves outside of the brain?
Neurotoxicity
What is the term for adverse health effects on the kidneys?
Nephrotoxicity
Learn about biological hazards, which are plants, animals, and their products that pose health risks due to the biologic agents they carry. Discover how these agents are classified into bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites based on their characteristics.
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