Section 7.2 Pathogens Knowledge Check

Vocabulary flashcards covering the definition, four main types, and specific examples of pathogens based on the Section 7.2 lecture notes.

Pathogens

Disease causing micro-organisms that intrude the body, release harmful toxins & trigger the immune system response that results in illness

The 4 main pathogens

Viruses, Bacteria, Fungi, and Parasites

Virus

Tiny agents that invade host cells to multiply (e.g., Covid-19, Influenza, Common Cold)

Bacteria

Single celled micro organisms that can multiply quickly (e.g., Strep throat, Tuberculosis, E.Coli)

Fungi

Plant like organisms such as mold or yeast (e.g., Athletes foot, Ringworm)

Parasites

Organisms that survive by living on or inside a host (e.g., Malaria, Worms)