Infection & ResponseVery High Exam FrequencyAQAEdexcelOCRWJEC
Pathogens and Disease Transmission
Types of pathogens, how diseases spread, transmission methods, and prevention strategies
What you'll cover
- Pathogen types: bacteria, viruses, fungi, protists
- Disease transmission methods: direct contact, airborne, vectors
- Bacterial diseases: tuberculosis, pneumonia, food poisoning
- Viral diseases: influenza, measles, HIV/AIDS
- Fungal diseases: athlete's foot, rose black spot
- Protist diseases: malaria transmitted by mosquitoes
- Preventing disease transmission and hygiene
Study this topic
1Introduction2Key Facts3Deep Dive4Diagram5Deep Dive6Key Facts7Deep Dive8Exam Tips9Deep Dive10Exam Tips11Key Facts12How It Works13Definitions14Misconceptions15Memory Aid16Exam Focus17Summary18Exam Tips
The Invisible Enemy
Key Facts: Pathogens
Types of Pathogens
Disease Transmission Methods
Disease Transmission in Detail
Specific Disease Examples
Why Viruses Need Host Cells
Disease Prevention Strategies
Required Practical: Growing Bacterial Cultures
Exam Tips
Links to Other Topics
How It Works: How Pathogens Cause Disease
Key Definitions
Common Misconceptions
Memory Aids
Exam Focus
Knowledge Organiser
Exam Tips: Pathogens and Disease Transmission
Sample Flashcards
What is a pathogen?
A microorganism that causes disease in living organisms
What is direct transmission?
When pathogens are passed directly from one person to another through physical contact
Sample Questions
What is a pathogen?
Explain why viruses need to infect host cells in order to reproduce.
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