Infection & ResponseKey Facts

Specific Disease Examples

Part of Pathogens and Disease TransmissionGCSE Biology

This key facts covers Specific Disease Examples within Pathogens and Disease Transmission for GCSE Biology. Types of pathogens, how diseases spread, transmission methods, and prevention strategies It is section 6 of 18 in this topic. Use this key facts to connect the idea to the wider topic before moving on to questions and flashcards.

Topic position

Section 6 of 18

Practice

18 questions

Recall

20 flashcards

Specific Disease Examples

Pathogen Type Disease Transmission Prevention
Bacteria Tuberculosis (TB) Airborne droplets Vaccination, isolation, masks
Bacteria Food poisoning (Salmonella) Contaminated food Cook food thoroughly, hygiene
Virus Measles Airborne droplets MMR vaccination
Virus HIV/AIDS Bodily fluids Safe sex, sterile needles
Fungus Athlete's foot Direct contact, contaminated surfaces Keep feet dry, don't share shoes
Protist Malaria Mosquito vector Mosquito nets, destroy breeding sites

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Practice Questions for Pathogens and Disease Transmission

What is a pathogen?

  • A. A microorganism that causes disease
  • B. A type of white blood cell
  • C. An antibody produced by the immune system
  • D. A nutrient required for growth
1 markfoundation

Explain why viruses need to infect host cells in order to reproduce.

3 marksstandard

Quick Recall Flashcards

What is direct transmission?
When pathogens are passed directly from one person to another through physical contact
What is a pathogen?
A microorganism that causes disease in living organisms

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