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Are all pathogens living things?

The term pathogen is derived from the Greek παθογένεια, "birth of pain." or "that which produces suffering" and that's basically what a pathogen is. It is an agent that causes pain and suffering to its host through disease or illness. Put more simply, a pathogen is anything that causes a disease. The agents that cause these diseases are infectious microbes (more commonly known to people as germs or bugs) such as bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites. There are many different types of these agents and not all of them are infectious or harmful. In fact the majority of them are harmless and some even beneficial. Therefore it is important to remember, that pathogens refer specifically to those agents that can cause disease, illness or harm to its host. So yes, in answer to the question. pathogens are harmful bacteria (but not just bacteria) that cause disease.


Can a bacteria be parasitic?

Some of them are and some are not. The ones that feed on other organism and cause them harm are considered to be true parasites. Others are free living and others live within or on another organism but don't harm them like true parasites. For example, the bacteria in our digestive tracts or the ones on our skin are this kind.


What are some examples of normal flora bacteria?

I know 2 bacteria, useful and harmful: E.coli, harmful Salmonella, harmful B. Animalis(Bifidobacterium Animalis), helpful Phytoplankton(not a bacteria, though), helpful


Against which organism are disinfectants effective?

Disinfectants are effective against vegetative cells and viruses, but not endospores.


Which one of the following may be contaminated with harmful bacteria raw meat uht cream cooked rice pasteurised milk?

Raw meat may be contaminated with harmful bacteria, such as Salmonella or E. coli. These bacteria can cause foodborne illnesses if the meat is not handled or cooked properly. It is important to cook raw meat thoroughly to kill any potential bacteria before consuming it.

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Is it true or false that non-communicable diseases are caused by pathogens?

False, pathogens are harmful bacteria to the body causing disease.


How does the body react to pathogens?

the body does not react well to bacteria. It can be harmful to your body and can start disease


Are all bacteria harmful to humans?

Yes. By definition pathogens are disease causing agents.


What is a harmful micro-organism?

Well, you can think of bacteria. Many cause diseases. For example, 2 bacteria that damage the stomach is Heliobacter Pylori and E.Coli.


How does the pores in your skin protect you?

The pores on your skin help to prevent harmful pathogens from entering. Pathogens cause disease, infection and Cancer. By keeping these pathogens out, this is how pores protect you.


What are the useful and harmful soil organisms?

Macroscopic # earthworms # millipede # ants MICROSCOPIC Fungi * mycorrhizae Bacteria * dentifyers * sulphur oxidizers * rhizobiums MACROSCOPIC # moles # gophers # nematodes # grubs MICROSCOPIC FungiVarious Pathogens Bacteria Various Pathogens


Why is some meat cryovac packed?

Some meats are cryovac packed to keep harmful bacteria & pathogens out to prevent the meat from spoiling.


What are harmful micro?

pathogens


Are parasitic plants harmful for the host plants?

Plants are affected and, in extreme circumstances killed, by the same range of parasites and pathogens that cause diseases and disorders in animals and man, though the number of parasites in the various groups is probably different. (It's difficult to be certain as the presence of some pathogens or parasites is difficult to detect without sophisticated diagnosis and there are a great many plant species.) The commonest pathogens are fungi (mainly microfungi) and viruses, followed by bacteria and phytoplasmata (primitive bacteria with small cells and lacking a cell wall). Depending on your definition of parasite, many arthropods (insects, mites) and nematodes feed on and in plants causing various degrees of damage and, incidentally, often acting as vectors or facilitators for the ingress of the microorganisms listed above.


What are harmful microorganisms called?

pathogens


Bacteria greatly out number harmful bacteria?

Yes. Most bacteria is not harmful to us such as bacteria in a yogurt, but some bacteria is harmful.


Are all pathogens living things?

The term pathogen is derived from the Greek παθογένεια, "birth of pain." or "that which produces suffering" and that's basically what a pathogen is. It is an agent that causes pain and suffering to its host through disease or illness. Put more simply, a pathogen is anything that causes a disease. The agents that cause these diseases are infectious microbes (more commonly known to people as germs or bugs) such as bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites. There are many different types of these agents and not all of them are infectious or harmful. In fact the majority of them are harmless and some even beneficial. Therefore it is important to remember, that pathogens refer specifically to those agents that can cause disease, illness or harm to its host. So yes, in answer to the question. pathogens are harmful bacteria (but not just bacteria) that cause disease.