10 Questions
Which term best describes a disease that can be transmitted from an animal to a human?
Zoonotic
What is the primary characteristic of a non-communicable disease?
Cannot be spread from person to person
What is the primary characteristic of a virus?
Smallest simplest life form, causing various diseases
What is the primary characteristic of bacteria?
Simple one-celled organisms, not all are harmful
What is the primary characteristic of fungi?
More complex than bacteria, cannot make their own food
Which type of diseases are spread through lack of water for personal hygiene?
Water-washed Diseases
Which disease is transmitted through contaminated water and is prevalent in developing countries?
Salmonella
Which type of diseases are spread through an aquatic invertebrate host?
Water-based Diseases
Which diseases are spread through water supplies?
Waterborne Diseases
Which disease is spread by insects that depend on water?
Malaria
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