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Chapter 1

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What is the increased ability of an organism to produce an infection? Virulence
T/F: Microorganisms are classified according to their cell function. False
The _______ is the command center for the cell and contains the cells DNA. Nucleus
Which of the following are protective barriers that are part of the bodys immune system? Body Secretions, Mucous Membranes, Skin
Specialized immune cells utilize a process called _________ to ingest micoroorganisms. Phagocytosis
T/F: An antibody is any marker that the body's immune systems recognizes as foreign. False
T/F: The bodys inflammatory response which includes redness, swelling, and pain of the infected tissue, alerts the body that something is wrong. True
________ also called immunoglobulins attach to antigens causing the invading cells to be destroyed. Antibodies
T/F: For microbes to cause an infection they must be transmitted to a human host by some form of contact. True
An illness transmitted by an insect to a human is spread by what type of transmission? Vector
T/F: The invention of the microscope led to the discovery of a new kingdom of organisms. True
What are the two major categories of cells? Prokaryotes and Eukaryotes
When a eukaryotic cell reaches a certain size, this stimulates the cell to undergo _________, which means it divides itself into two equal parts. Mitosis
_________ are structures that perform the daily functions of the cell. Organelles
Which of the following maintains the shape of the cell? Cell Membrane
T/F: The endoplasmic reticulum transports materials in and out of the cell nucleus and facilitates intracellular communication. True
Bacteria can produce _________ in response to adverse conditions, which allows them to regenerate later when conditions improve. Spores
T/F: Normal flora is only found on skin and around openings of the body such as the mouth and nose. False
T/F: Intact skin is an effective barrier against pathogens. True
Which of the following is an example of protective barriers in the digestive system? Saliva, Acidic pH of the Stomach, Akaline enviroment of the intestines
What are the primary functions of the innate immune response? Attack the pathogen and alert the adaptive immune response
T/F: Microorganisms with low levels of virulence cannot cause disease in a person with a weakened immune system. False
A ________ is an inanimate object that is capable of transmitting disease. Fomite
What type of transmission occurs when a pathogen is spread though sneezing or coughing? Airborne
________ is caused by the dilatation of blood vessels which allows the passage of fluid, antibodies, and WBCs into the infected body area. Inflammation
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