Pathogens

Question 1

What is a pathogen

Answer 1

It is a n organism that causes a disease

Question 2

What are parasites

Answer 2

They cant survive without a host cell, they use it to carry out the essential life processes and reproduce, all viruses are parasites

Question 3

What does a basic virus structure include

Answer 3

Envelope
Protein coat
DNA/RNA

Question 4

What is the effect of HIV

Answer 4

Destroys the white blood cells of the immune system, making the individual more susceptible to other infections such as TB.

Question 5

What is the effect of influenza

Answer 5

Fever, runny nose, sore throat

Question 6

What is the effect of tobacco mosaic

Answer 6

Prevents the plant cells producing chloroplasts causing a mottled effect.