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An infectious agent, which all viruses and some bacteria are, is an entity which furthers its existence by invading and living off the resources of a living thing (their "host," as the term is used), doing damage to the living thing in the process.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 12y agoBacteria are not viruses, but yes , viruses can cause AIDS/HIV, Chickenpox, Measles. colds and the flu
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Do viruses produce toxins?
nope only bacteria
What is conjunctivitis cause by?
viruses and bacteria
How do viruses and bacteria ca use demage?
Not all bacterias and virues cause damage infact ther is sum that imunes you system
What bacteria is the most widespread cause of infection?
viruses bacteria
Bacteria and viruses that cause disease are -?
Viruses and bacteria that cause disease are known as pathogens. Some examples are herpes simplex virus and Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
What are the smilarities between bacteria and viruses?
bacteria causes viruses 2nd Answer: My apologies, but the first answer is totally untrue. Both bacteria and viruses can cause disease, but bacteria are alive, and viruses are not. They both contain RNA/DNA to assure they are replicated correctly.
Can high blood pressure cause a kidney infection?
Infections are due to bacteria or viruses but long term high blood pressure can damage kidneys
What does penicillion cure?
Penicillin is used to kill bacteria that cause damage. It kills the bacteria which can cause ear damage.
How bacteria and viruses are alike?
Both viruses and bacteria can cause diseases, reproduce, infect something, contain genetic material, and are single celled.
What is another name for bacteria and viruses that cause disease?
pathogen
What are the 2 microscopic organisms which cause disease?
viruses and bacteria
What are two ways viruses cause infection?
by spreading bacteria
