10 Questions
What type of virus is responsible for the COVID-19 outbreak?
Beta coronavirus
Which of the following viruses can survive in dry air for up to 3 hours?
Coronavirus
What is the primary method of transmission for coronaviruses like SARS-CoV-2?
Droplet and aerosol transmission
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of coronaviruses?
Cause severe respiratory illness in all infected patients
Which of the following pathogens is most commonly associated with atypical pneumonia in children and young adults?
Mycoplasma pneumoniae
Which of the following viruses is NOT mentioned in the text as a cause of atypical pneumonia?
Hepatitis B virus
Which characteristic of coronaviruses makes them prone to causing epidemics?
Their ability to mutate easily
What is the primary reason for the high number of deaths associated with COVID-19?
Highest number of deaths among people with pre-existing chronic conditions
What is the key difference between the SARS and COVID-19 outbreaks in terms of their origins?
SARS originated in Guandong, China, while COVID-19 originated in Wuhan, China
Which of the following is a characteristic of the coronavirus family in general?
Cause mild to moderate respiratory illnesses such as the common cold
Test your knowledge on how the COVID-19 virus can be transmitted through the air and its infectivity properties. Learn about the survival of the virus in dry air and on surfaces, as well as its ability to float like dust when crystallized.
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