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What is the term for the ability of a microorganism to cause disease by overcoming the defenses of a host?
What is the term for the ability of a microorganism to cause disease by overcoming the defenses of a host?
In microbiology, what does the term 'commensalism' refer to?
In microbiology, what does the term 'commensalism' refer to?
What does 'virulence' describe in terms of microorganisms?
What does 'virulence' describe in terms of microorganisms?
Which field of study deals specifically with pathogenic unicellular animal organisms?
Which field of study deals specifically with pathogenic unicellular animal organisms?
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What term is used to describe the relationship between indigenous flora and the host?
What term is used to describe the relationship between indigenous flora and the host?
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Which term refers to the presence of organisms outside the body, on biological substances?
Which term refers to the presence of organisms outside the body, on biological substances?
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Microbiology Terms
- The ability of a microorganism to cause disease by overcoming the host's defenses is known as pathogenicity.
- Commensalism refers to a type of symbiotic relationship in which one organism benefits from another without harming or helping the other.
- Virulence describes the degree of pathogenicity of a microorganism, or its ability to cause disease.
- Protistology is the field of study that deals with pathogenic unicellular animal organisms, such as protozoa.
- The relationship between indigenous flora and the host is described as symbiotic, with the microorganisms living in harmony with the host.
- The presence of organisms outside the body, on biological substances such as skin or mucous membranes, is referred to as exogenous.
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Test your knowledge on diseases in humans, including topics like immunology, mycology, and protozoology. Learn about the definitions of terms like pathogen, pathogenicity, and virulence.
