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Does bacteria give off poisons that can damage or kill body cells?
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∙ 13y ago
Some forms of bacteria can be toxic to body cells, all right. There are many beneficial bacteria in your body, too, though.
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What bacteria can also cause disease by releasing what and harm the body?
Some Bacteria release toxins (poisons) that travel through the body interfering with the normal activity of the host!
What part is played by the white cells in the blood of a human body?
white cells destroy bacteria in the body
Where can you find bacteria cells?
Infected Cells: Inside a persons body every minute of every day Bacteria: Everywhere
What leukocyte is the main bacteria slayer in the body?
B cells_____B cells do not "slay" bacteria. B cells produce antibodies that assist the body in dealing with foreign antigens (such as bacteria), but do not directly kill any bacteria.Neutrophils would likely be considered the primary defense against invading bacteria, followed by macrophages. These two cells types would be considered the primary "bacteria slayers" in the body.
What fights bacteria and virueses in the body?
white blood cells
Is hepatitis c caused bye bacteria?
Immune cells in the body attacking the liver and causing autoimmune hepatitis Infections from viruses (such as hepatitis A, B, or C), bacteria, or parasites Liver damage from alcohol, poisonous mushrooms, or other poisons Medications, such as an overdose of acetaminophen, which can be deadly
How does serum affect diphtheria?
The serum neutralizes the toxic poisons that the bacteria released into the body.
What bacteria can also cause disease by releasing what and harm the body?
Some Bacteria release toxins (poisons) that travel through the body interfering with the normal activity of the host!
What are two ways bacteria can be harmful?
Only some bacteria is harmful. The ones that are are the ones that give us diseases.
What are toxins?
Toxins are harmful substances that can cause damage to cells, tissues, and organs in the body. They can come from various sources such as chemicals, pollutants, certain foods, and even produced by bacteria or other microorganisms. The body has natural processes to detoxify and eliminate toxins, but high levels or prolonged exposure can lead to health problems.
Why can penicillin be used as a drug?
Antibiotics like penicillin work by killing the bacteria that cause the disease while they are inside the body. They damage the bacterial cells without damaging the body's cells. They don't work on viruses because viruses invade body cells in order to reproduce.
How does the enzymes in bacteria react to antiseptics?
The enzymes in the body are probably get destroyed by the antiseptics. Antiseptics are usually poisons for humans also and they ruthlessly kill the bacteria.
Where are poisons broken down in the digestive system?
The liver is the organ in the body that cleans poisons out of the system. Red blood cells and Kupffer cells are formed in the liver. Red blood cells carry oxygen and Kupffer cells eliminate microorganisms.
This group of flattened sacs detoxifies poisons that may be found in the body?
The group of flattened sacs that detoxifies poisons that may be found in the body are called Golgi. Golgi are present in most eukaryotic cells.
What part is played by the white cells in the blood of a human body?
white cells destroy bacteria in the body
Where can you find bacteria cells?
Infected Cells: Inside a persons body every minute of every day Bacteria: Everywhere
What damage can an endoparasite do?
they can damage your cells because they can live inside your body
