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Bacteria release toxins and invade tissue, while viruses disrupt the metabolic system of cells. (correct)
Bacteria disrupt the metabolic system of cells, while viruses release toxins and invade tissue
Bacteria and viruses both release toxins and invade tissue
Bacteria and viruses both disrupt the metabolic system of cells.

The theory that some diseases are caused by micro-organisms invading the body. (A) Signup and view all the answers

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There are five main groups of micro-organisms: protozoa, algae, bacteria, fungi, and viruses.
The germ theory states that some diseases are caused by micro-organisms invading the body.
Koch's postulates must be met to prove that a micro-organism causes a disease.
Bacteria release toxins and invade tissue, while viruses disrupt the metabolic system of cells.
Fungi physically damage tissue and may secrete toxins or cause allergic reactions.
Protozoa can cause disease in many different ways.
Disease-causing micro-organisms can be transmitted through various methods, including droplet infection, contaminated water or food, and direct contact.
Reservoirs of infection include human beings, animals, soil, food, water, contaminated objects, and air.
There are different types of diseases, including human-induced, degenerative, genetic, deficiency, and social diseases.
Diseases cause the body to function in a non-normal and less efficient manner.