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Which of the following diseases is caused by bacteria?
Which of the following diseases is caused by bacteria?
What is an example of a protoctista pathogen?
What is an example of a protoctista pathogen?
Which means of transmission involves touching infected individuals?
Which means of transmission involves touching infected individuals?
Which of the following is NOT a chemical defense mechanism in plants?
Which of the following is NOT a chemical defense mechanism in plants?
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What role do phagocytes play in the immune system?
What role do phagocytes play in the immune system?
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What type of pathogen primarily reproduces using spores?
What type of pathogen primarily reproduces using spores?
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Which structure is a characteristic feature of neutrophils?
Which structure is a characteristic feature of neutrophils?
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What factor can increase the transmission of pathogens in social settings?
What factor can increase the transmission of pathogens in social settings?
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What is the primary function of B lymphocytes?
What is the primary function of B lymphocytes?
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Which type of T lymphocyte is responsible for activating B cells?
Which type of T lymphocyte is responsible for activating B cells?
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What characterizes the secondary immune response?
What characterizes the secondary immune response?
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Which statement about antibodies is true?
Which statement about antibodies is true?
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What type of immunity is generated through vaccinations?
What type of immunity is generated through vaccinations?
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What is a major risk associated with the overuse of antibiotics?
What is a major risk associated with the overuse of antibiotics?
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Which type of immunity is provided through breastfeeding?
Which type of immunity is provided through breastfeeding?
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Which autoimmune disease primarily affects joints?
Which autoimmune disease primarily affects joints?
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Study Notes
Pathogens and Disease
- Pathogens cause disease in plants and animals
- Bacteria: Examples include Tuberculosis (TB), Bacterial Meningitis, and ring rot
- Viruses: Examples include HIV/AIDS, Influenza, and Tobacco Mosaic Virus
- Protoctista: Examples include Malaria and potato/tomato late blight
- Fungi: Examples include Black Sigatoka, Ringworm, and Athlete's foot
Transmission Mechanisms
- Direct Transmission: Physical contact is required, like touching an infected individual.
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Indirect Transmission:
- Vectors (e.g., mosquitoes, aphids) carry pathogens.
- Spores (fungal) spread through the air or soil.
- Environmental conditions (warm, damp) favor pathogen spread.
- Social factors (crowded living) increase transmission risk
Plant Defenses
- Chemical Defenses: Produce antimicrobial chemicals and toxins.
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Physical Responses:
- Callose deposition thickens cell walls at infection sites.
- Lignin reinforces cell walls.
- Stomatal closure prevents pathogen entry.
Animal Non-Specific Defenses
- Physical Barriers: Skin (sebum) and mucous membranes trap pathogens.
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Processes:
- Blood clotting/wound repair (platelets).
- Inflammation increases blood flow to the infection site.
- Expulsive reflexes (coughing, sneezing).
Phagocytes and Their Action
- Structure: Neutrophils (multi-lobed nuclei) and macrophages engulf pathogens.
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Mode of Action:
- Cytokines attract immune cells.
- Opsonins coat pathogens to make them easier to engulf.
- Phagosome and lysosome digest the pathogen.
B and T Lymphocytes and Function
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B Lymphocytes:
- Plasma cells produce antibodies.
- Memory cells provide long-term immunity.
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T Lymphocytes:
- Helper T cells activate B cells and macrophages.
- Killer T cells destroy infected cells.
- Regulator T cells control immune response.
Immune Responses and Immunity
- Primary Response: First exposure, slower response; B and T cells are activated.
- Secondary Response: Faster and stronger due to memory cells.
- Active Immunity (natural/artificial): Body produces its own antibodies.
- Passive Immunity (natural/artificial): Antibodies are given.
Antibodies and Their Roles
- Structure: Y-shaped molecule with variable regions for antigen binding.
- Functions: Neutralization, agglutination, and opsonization.
Opsonins, Agglutinins, and Anti-Toxins
- Opsonins: Mark pathogens for phagocytosis.
- Agglutinins: Clump pathogens together.
- Anti-Toxins: Neutralize toxins.
Autoimmune Diseases
- Autoimmune diseases are conditions where the immune system attacks the body's own cells.
- Examples include arthritis and lupus.
Vaccination Principles
- Vaccinations introduce antigens to stimulate the immune response and create memory cells.
- Vaccination programs are adapted to changing pathogens.
- Global considerations include accessibility and herd immunity.
Antibiotic Sources and Risks
- Sources: Natural (e.g., penicillin) and modern approaches (synthetic biology, personalized medicines).
- Risks: Overuse leads to antibiotic resistance. Stewardship is crucial.
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Test your knowledge on pathogens that affect plants and animals, including bacteria, viruses, protoctista, and fungi. Explore various transmission mechanisms and plant defense strategies against disease. Assess your understanding of how these factors interact in health and disease.
