10 Questions
Which type of transmission occurs when one host accidentally releases respiratory droplets into the air?
Droplet transmission
What is the term for transmission that results from coming into contact with another person or their bodily fluids?
Direct transmission
Which type of transmission is exemplified by sexually transmitted viruses like HIV?
Direct transmission
What is the term for transmission that occurs through the bite of a mosquito or tick?
Vector-borne transmission
Which type of transmission occurs when a pathogen is transmitted through contaminated objects or surfaces?
Indirect transmission
Which of the following is NOT an aspect discussed in the text regarding global change and evolution?
Phenotypic plasticity
What determines whether a species will show phenotypic plasticity, evolve, or go extinct when faced with a selection pressure?
All of the above
What can changes in global temperature potentially alter according to the text?
The ecology or environment
What is phenotypic plasticity?
The ability of organisms to alter their phenotype based on environmental conditions
What are the two aspects discussed in relation to global change and evolution in the text?
Global warming/Climate Change and Habitat alteration/destruction
Test your knowledge on the concepts of mutualism, co-evolution, virulence, and transmissibility with this quiz. Explore the fascinating relationship between species and the spread of bacteria and viruses.
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