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Pathogenic means "having the ability to cause disease".

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Word for disease causing?

Pathogenic


A sentence using the word pathogenic?

The pathogenic organism that caused his disease has just been identified.


What does it mean to be pathogenic?

disease-causing


What is another word for disease causing?

Pathogenic


Are most bacteria beneficial pathogenic or anaerobic?

Firstly, pathogenic is not the opposite of anaerobic. The vast majority of bacteria are non-pathogenic, but this doesn't mean they are anaerobic.


How can the word 'pathogenic' be used in a sentence?

This means causing disease. Here are some sentences.That strain of bacteria is pathogenic.The pathogenic substances have been stolen from the lab!Pathogenic bacteria can be deadly.


Are pathogenic bacteria benificial or harmful to humans?

The word pathogenic means disease causing. So they can be harmful...but some pathogenic bacteria only are harmful to plants or dogs or cats, etc.


How can you use the word pathogenic in a sentence?

If you do not seal a tin can correctly it can contain Pathogens, or deadly bacteria thatcan shut down the nervous system.


Are euglena pathogenic?

Yes, their are some Euglena that are pathogenic. Many are pathogenic, although some are not.


What is a synonym for disease causing?

Pathogenic.


Can Non pathogenic bacteria change to pathogenic?

yes


What is the difference between pathogenic staphylococci from non-pathogenic strains?

Pathogenic staphylococci can cause infections in humans, while non-pathogenic strains do not typically cause harm. Pathogenic strains often produce toxins and enzymes that contribute to disease, while non-pathogenic strains lack these virulence factors. Additionally, pathogenic strains are more likely to be antibiotic resistant compared to non-pathogenic strains.