Virology and Immunology Quiz

The ability to separate and identify viruses.

The process of determining the specific type of virus.

Methods for studying viruses, like microscopes and lab techniques.

Diseases caused by viruses, like the common cold or flu.

The hope to eliminate virus-caused diseases using scientific advancements.

Measles and mental health issues have been shown to be linked in some cases.

While some viruses provide long-lasting immunity, others, like the common cold, can re-infect.

A virus can only be prevented by a strong immune system that already knows how to fight the specific virus.

The process of making someone immune to a specific disease, usually by giving them a vaccine.

A substance that is used to prevent a disease by stimulating the immune system.

Protected from a particular disease because of immunity.

The act of keeping something from happening, especially a disease.

The ability to recognize and identify something.

A contagious childhood disease characterized by short, rapid coughs that sound like gasping for air.

The period of time during which a person is sick with a disease.

The study of how the body defends itself against infections and diseases.

A disease that spreads quickly and affects many people over a wide geographic area.

A disease characterized by stiffness and spasms of the muscles, particularly the jaw muscles, making it difficult to open the mouth.

The study of fermentation and putrefaction, processes involving the breakdown of organic matter.

A pioneering scientist who made significant contributions to our understanding of fermentation and putrefaction.

Microscopic particles responsible for fermentation and putrefaction, commonly found in the air.

The process of converting sugar into alcohol or acids, often by microorganisms.

The process of decay caused by microorganisms, resulting in the breakdown of organic matter.

Meningitis can be spread by an infected person through secretions like saliva or nasal discharge.

Meningitis can occur after an infection in other parts of the body, such as the sinuses or middle ear.

The lining of the brain and spinal cord becomes inflamed.

Sinus infections are common causes of secondary meningitis.

Middle ear infections, also known as otitis media, can lead to meningitis.