7 Questions
Which of the following micro-organisms physically damages tissue and may secrete toxins or cause allergic reactions?
Fungi
What is the main difference between how bacteria and viruses cause disease?
Bacteria release toxins and invade tissue, while viruses disrupt the metabolic system of cells.
Which of the following is NOT a method through which disease-causing micro-organisms can be transmitted?
Airborne transmission
What is the germ theory?
The theory that some diseases are caused by micro-organisms invading the body.
What are Koch's postulates used for?
To prove that a micro-organism causes a disease
Which of the following is NOT a reservoir of infection?
Plants
What do diseases cause in the body?
The body to function in a non-normal and less efficient manner.
Study Notes
- 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.
Test your knowledge on micro-organisms and diseases with this informative quiz! Learn about the five main groups of micro-organisms, the germ theory, and Koch's postulates. Discover how bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa can cause disease and how they can be transmitted. Explore the different types of diseases and their effects on the body. This quiz is perfect for anyone interested in microbiology and public health.
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