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Microbiology

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show The study of microscopic organisms  
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show unicellular organisms that lack membrane-bound structures, prokaryotes, can be shaped like a sphere, rod, spiral, or corkscrew-can reproduce both sexually (conjugation) and asexually (binary fission)  
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show Bacteria reproduces, multiplies, and builds up to cause the disease. Spread of disease by coughing, sneezing, transfer of bodily fluids  
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Describe how a bacterial infection can be treated.   show
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Explain how to prevent a bacterial infection.   show
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Describe the structure of a virus. Be sure to include how it reproduces.   show
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Explain how virus can cause disease. Be sure to include how they spread.   show
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show Viral infections are best prevented but treatment includes antivirals. Most viruses have to “run their course” which means rest and fluids.  
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show Vaccines are the best prevention, but good hygiene is also essential-hand washing and not touching eyes, mouth, or nose.  
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show a large group of eukaryotic organisms that includes microorganisms such as yeasts and molds. Fungus reproduces with spores  
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How can fungi cause disease? How do they spread   show
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Describe how fungal infections can be treated.   show
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show Fungal infections can be prevented by keeping areas dry and avoiding areas that are potential infection zones (gym showers, pools, etc).  
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What is a parasite and how does it cause disease?   show
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How can a parasite be spread to other organisms?   show
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Describe how a parasitic infection can be treated.   show
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show Don’t drink unfiltered/untreated water, wear bug repellant when near mosquito infested areas  
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show an outbreak is a sudden increase in occurrences of a disease in a particular time and place  
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show a widespread occurrence of an infectious disease in a community at a particular time  
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What is a pandemic?   show
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How have epidemics and pandemics changed through history.   show
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Explain why this has changed.   show
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