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What is the correct convention for writing a scientific name, as described in the text?
What is the correct convention for writing a scientific name, as described in the text?
- The genus name starts with a lowercase letter and the species name starts with a capital letter.
- Both the genus and species names start with capital letters.
- The genus name starts with a capital letter and the species name starts with a lowercase letter. (correct)
- Both the genus and species names start with lowercase letters.
Which organism is mentioned as a source of infection related to soil in the text?
Which organism is mentioned as a source of infection related to soil in the text?
- Toxoplasma gondii
- Entamoeba histolytica
- Plasmodium sp.
- Ancylostoma duodenale (correct)
What is identified as the portal of entry for Toxoplasma gondii, according to the text?
What is identified as the portal of entry for Toxoplasma gondii, according to the text?
- Transfusion
- Mouth
- Transplacental (correct)
- Skin
Which mode of transmission is associated with Trichomonas vaginalis based on the text?
Which mode of transmission is associated with Trichomonas vaginalis based on the text?
What is Zoonoses defined as in the context of the text?
What is Zoonoses defined as in the context of the text?
How are Roundworms, hookworms, and Toxoplasma described in relation to zoonotic diseases in the text?
How are Roundworms, hookworms, and Toxoplasma described in relation to zoonotic diseases in the text?
Study Notes
Scientific Naming Convention
- Scientific names are written in italics, with the genus name capitalized and the species name not capitalized.
Soil-Borne Infections
- Soil can be a source of infection, with Toxoplasma gondii being an example of an organism that can be contracted through contaminated soil.
Toxoplasma gondii
- The portal of entry for Toxoplasma gondii is through ingestion of contaminated food and water, or through the placenta from mother to fetus.
Trichomonas vaginalis
- Trichomonas vaginalis is transmitted through sexual contact.
Zoonoses
- Zoonoses are diseases that can be transmitted from animals to humans.
Zoonotic Diseases
- Roundworms, hookworms, and Toxoplasma are described as zoonotic diseases, which can be transmitted from animals to humans through various modes of transmission.
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Description
Test your knowledge of scientific names and common names of various organisms. Identify the correct format of writing scientific names with uppercase genus and lowercase species, along with common names used in different communities.
