Practice Human Diseases (9.2.B.1) - Economic Importance of Bacteria and Fungi

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Question 1.
What bacteria cause tuberculosis?
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Think about the famous disease that primarily affects the lungs.
Question 2.
What is a common symptom of typhoid fever?
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This symptom can make people feel very weak.
3Question 3.
Which of the following bacteria causes tuberculosis?
- Escherichia coli
- Mycobacterium tuberculosis
- Salmonella typhi
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This bacterium is specifically associated with an infectious disease.
4Question 4.
True or False: Salmonella typhi is responsible for causing food spoilage.
- True
- False
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Think about which bacteria and their specific impacts.
Question 5.
Evaluate the social impact of an outbreak of typhoid fever in a community.
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Consider the implications on daily life and healthcare systems.
Question 6.
Propose a solution for reducing the prevalence of citrus canker in agricultural practices.
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Think about preventative measures that can be taken before the disease spreads.

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