Pathogens and Transmission
Students identify various types of pathogens, including bacteria, viruses, and fungi. They analyse modes of disease transmission and the concept of pathogen virulence.
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Students identify various types of pathogens, including bacteria, viruses, and fungi. They analyse modes of disease transmission and the concept of pathogen virulence.
Key Questions
- What structural features distinguish a virus from a bacterium?
- How are infectious diseases transmitted between susceptible hosts?
- What specific factors contribute to a pathogen's virulence?
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