The body has many natural defences against harmful materials including microbes that cause disease. Which 'defence' relates to your eyes? [8c-1]
produces an antiseptic liquid when irritated
acts as a barrier to germs and produces an antiseptic oil
sticky mucous traps microbes which is removed by ciliated cells
platelets produce clots which dry to form a barrier to germs
white cells surround and destroy microbes
The body has many natural defences against harmful microbes that cause disease. Which 'defence' relates to your 'unharmed skin'? [8c-2]
produces an antiseptic liquid when irritated
acts as a barrier to germs and produces an antiseptic oil
sticky mucous traps microbes which is removed by ciliated cells
platelets produce clots which dry to form a barrier to germs
contains acid that kills most harmful bacteria
The body has many natural defences against harmful microbes that cause disease. Which 'defence' relates to your respiratory system? [8c-3]
white cells surround and destroy microbes
acts as a barrier to germs and produces an antiseptic oil
sticky mucous traps microbes which is removed by ciliated cells
platelets produce clots which dry to form a barrier to germs
contains acid that kills most harmful bacteria
The body has many natural defences against harmful materials including microbes that cause disease. Which 'defence' relates to a skin cut? [8c-4]
produces an antiseptic liquid when irritated
acts as a barrier to germs and produces an antiseptic oil
sticky mucous traps microbes which is removed by ciliated cells
platelets produce clots which dry to form a barrier to germs
contains acid that kills most harmful bacteria
The body has many natural defences against harmful microbes that cause disease. Which 'defence' relates to your circulatory blood system? [8c-5]
produces an antiseptic liquid when irritated
acts as a barrier to germs and produces an antiseptic oil
sticky mucous traps microbes which is removed by ciliated cells
contains acid that kills most harmful bacteria
white cells surround and destroy microbes
The body has many natural defences against harmful materials including microbes that cause disease. Which 'defence' relates to your stomach? [8c-6]
contains acid that kills most harmful bacteria
acts as a barrier to germs and produces an antiseptic oil
sticky mucous traps microbes which is removed by ciliated cells
platelets produce clots which dry to form a barrier to germs
white cells surround and destroy microbes
Which of the following describes a virus? [8c-7]
it has a protein coat, has genes, no cytoplasm, can only reproduce in living 'host' cells and damages them, not destroyed by antibiotics, extremely small (many cannot be seen even with a powerful optical microscope)
it has a cell wall (not cellulose) and cell membrane, has genes and cytoplasm, no nucleus, produces toxins, can reproduce outside living cells and is destroyed by antibiotics
it is a single cell or cellular filaments with nucleus containing genes surrounded by cytoplasm but does not contain chlorophyll
it is a single cell or cellular filaments with nucleus containing genes surrounded by cytoplasm but does contain chlorophyll
Which of the following describes a bacteria? [8c-8]
it has a protein coat, has genes, no cytoplasm, can only reproduce in living 'host' cells and damages them, not destroyed by antibiotics, extremely small (many cannot be seen even with a powerful optical microscope)
it has a cell wall (not cellulose) and cell membrane, has genes and cytoplasm, no nucleus, produces toxins, can reproduce outside living cells and is destroyed by antibiotics
it is a single cell or cellular filaments with nucleus containing genes surrounded by cytoplasm but does not contain chlorophyll
it is a single cell or cellular filaments with nucleus containing genes surrounded by cytoplasm but does contain chlorophyll
Which of the following describes a fungus? [8c-9]
it has a protein coat, has genes, no cytoplasm, can only reproduce in living 'host' cells and damages them, not destroyed by antibiotics, extremely small (many cannot be seen even with a powerful optical microscope)
it has a cell wall (not cellulose) and cell membrane, has genes and cytoplasm, no nucleus, produces toxins, can reproduce outside living cells and is destroyed by antibiotics
it is a single cell or cellular filaments with nucleus containing genes surrounded by cytoplasm but does not contain chlorophyll
it is a single cell or cellular filaments with nucleus containing genes surrounded by cytoplasm but does contain chlorophyll
Which of the following describes the word vaccination? [8c-10]
injection of dead or weakened micro-organism to stimulate production of antibodies
the result of a micro-organism entering the body and causing disease
kills, or prevents the growth of bacteria on external parts of the body
kills, or prevents the growth of bacteria in the body
a micro-organism that can cause a disease
prevents virus multiplication
Which of the following describes the word infection? [8c-11]
injection of dead or weakened micro-organism to stimulate production of antibodies
the result of a micro-organism entering the body and causing disease
kills, or prevents the growth of bacteria on external parts of the body
kills, or prevents the growth of bacteria in the body
a protein made by white blood cells that can help destroy microbes
prevents virus multiplication
Which of the following describes the word antiseptic? [8c-12]
injection of dead or weakened micro-organism to stimulate production of antibodies
the result of a micro-organism entering the body and causing disease
kills, or prevents the growth of bacteria on external parts of the body
kills, or prevents the growth of bacteria in the body
a protein made by white blood cells that can help destroy microbes
prevents virus multiplication
Which of the following describes the word antibiotic? [8c-13]
a protein made by white blood cells that can help destroy microbes
the result of a micro-organism entering the body and causing disease
a protein made by white blood cells that can help destroy microbes
kills, or prevents the growth of bacteria in the body
a micro-organism that can cause a disease
prevents virus multiplication
Which of the following describes the word pathogen? [8c-14]
injection of dead or weakened micro-organism to stimulate production of antibodies
a protein made by white blood cells that can help destroy microbes
kills, or prevents the growth of bacteria on external parts of the body
kills, or prevents the growth of bacteria in the body
a micro-organism that can cause a disease
prevents virus multiplication
Which of the following describes the word antibody? [8c-15]
injection of dead or weakened micro-organism to stimulate production of antibodies
the result of a micro-organism entering the body and causing disease
kills, or prevents the growth of bacteria on external parts of the body
kills, or prevents the growth of bacteria in the body
a protein made by white blood cells that can help destroy microbes
In an experiment to investigate the speed of 200g of dough rising in bread making, the following sugar additions and temperatures where used. For which set of conditions would you expect the dough to rise the slowest? [8c-16]
2.0g sugar, 20oC
3.5g sugar, 35oC
2.0g sugar, 35oC
3.5g sugar, 20oC
In an experiment to investigate the speed of 200g of dough rising in bread making, the following sugar additions and temperatures where used. For which set of conditions would you expect the dough to rise the fastest? [8c-17]
2.0g sugar, 20oC
3.5g sugar, 35oC
2.0g sugar, 35oC
3.5g sugar, 20oC
Which of the following is a micro-organism that helps bread rise in baking? [8c-18]
yoghurt
salt
yeast
bicarbonate of soda
Which of the following is a NOT a micro-organism, but helps bread rise in baking? [8c-19]
yoghurt
salt
yeast
bicarbonate of soda
You can grow micro-organisms in a __(1)__ containing a gelatinous layer of __(2)__ mixed with __(3)__ to feed on. The __(4)__ are spread across the gel using a __(5)__ wire loop.
Choose from: agar, bacteria, nutrients, petri dish, sterilised Which word(s) is/are missing from __(1)__? [8c-20]
petri dish
agar
nutrients
bacteria
sterilised
You can grow micro-organisms in a __(1)__ containing a gelatinous layer of __(2)__ mixed with __(3)__ to feed on. The __(4)__ are spread across the gel using a __(5)__ wire loop.
Choose from: agar, bacteria, nutrients, petri dish, sterilised Which word(s) is/are missing from __(2)__? [8c-21]
petri dish
agar
nutrients
bacteria
sterilised
You can grow micro-organisms in a __(1)__ containing a gelatinous layer of __(2)__ mixed with __(3)__ to feed on. The __(4)__ are spread across the gel using a __(5)__ wire loop.
Choose from: agar, bacteria, nutrients, petri dish, sterilised Which word(s)) is/are missing from __(3)__? [8c-22]
petri dish
agar
nutrients
bacteria
sterilised
You can grow micro-organisms in a __(1)__ containing a gelatinous layer of __(2)__ mixed with __(3)__ to feed on. The __(4)__ are spread across the gel using a __(5)__ wire loop.
Choose from: agar, bacteria, nutrients, petri dish, sterilised Which word(s) is/are missing from __(4)__? [8c-23]
petri dish
agar
nutrients
bacteria
sterilised
You can grow micro-organisms in a __(1)__ containing a gelatinous layer of __(2)__ mixed with __(3)__ to feed on. The __(4)__ are spread across the gel using a __(5)__ wire loop.
Choose from: agar, bacteria, nutrients, petri dish, sterilised Which word(s) is/are missing from __(5)__? [8c-24]
petri dish
agar
nutrients
bacteria
sterilised
Which of the following is TRUE? [8c-25]
antibiotics like penicillin, stop bacteria reproducing
viruses can't cause diseases
white blood cells can't kill harmful micro-organisms
antibodies in your blood help form a protective scab over a cut
while still in the womb, a child cannot get antibodies from its mother
antibiotics can destroy viruses
Which of the following is TRUE? [8c-26]
antibiotics like penicillin, stop viruses reproducing
viruses can cause diseases
white blood cells can't kill harmful micro-organisms
antibodies in your blood help form a protective scab over a cut
while still in the womb, a child cannot get antibodies from its mother
antibiotics can destroy viruses
Which of the following is TRUE? [8c-27]
antibiotics like penicillin, stop viruses reproducing
viruses can't cause diseases
white blood cells can kill harmful micro-organisms
antibodies in your blood help form a protective scab over a cut
while still in the womb, a child cannot get antibodies from its mother
antibiotics can destroy viruses
Which of the following is TRUE? [8c-28]
antibiotics like penicillin, stop viruses reproducing
viruses can't cause diseases
white blood cells can't kill harmful micro-organisms
platelets in your blood help form a protective scab over a cut
while still in the womb, a child cannot get antibodies from its mother
antibiotics can destroy viruses
Which of the following is TRUE? [8c-29]
antibiotics like penicillin, stop viruses reproducing
viruses can't cause diseases
white blood cells can't kill harmful micro-organisms
antibodies in your blood help form a protective scab over a cut
while still in the womb, a child can get antibodies from its mother
antibiotics can destroy viruses
Which of the following matches the word sterilisation? [8c-30]
drinking water is treated with chlorine before domestic use
the result of being injected with a dead or weakened form of a micro-organism to stimulate antibody production
using yeast and sugar solution to make alcohol
milk is heated to a high temperature for a short time to make it safer before selling to a customer
Which of the following matches the word immunisation? [8c-31]
drinking water is treated with chlorine before domestic use
the result of being injected with a dead or weakened form of a micro-organism to stimulate antibody production
using yeast and sugar solution to make alcohol
milk is heated to a high temperature for a short time to make it safer before selling to a customer
Which of the following matches the word fermentation? [8c-32]
drinking water is treated with chlorine before domestic use
the result of being injected with a dead or weakened form of a micro-organism to stimulate antibody production
using yeast and sugar solution to make alcohol
milk is heated to a high temperature for a short time to make it safer before selling to a customer
Which of the following matches the word pasteurisation? [8c-33]
drinking water is treated with chlorine before domestic use
the result of being injected with a dead or weakened form of a micro-organism to stimulate antibody production
using yeast and sugar solution to make alcohol
milk is heated to a high temperature for a short time to make it safer before selling to a customer
Very small living things that can only be seen with a __(1)__ and are called __(2)__. Some are __(3)__ like __(4)__ used in breadmaking. However, others are __(5)__ causing diseases like __(6)__.
Choose from: cholera, harmful, microbes, microscope, useful, yeast Which missing word is __(1)__? [8c-34]
microscope
microbes
useful
yeast
harmful
cholera
Very small living things that can only be seen with a __(1)__ and are called __(2)__. Some are __(3)__ like __(4)__ used in breadmaking. However, others are __(5)__ causing diseases like __(6)__.
Choose from: cholera, harmful, microbes, microscope, useful, yeast Which missing word is __(2)__? [8c-35]
microscope
microbes
useful
yeast
harmful
cholera
Very small living things that can only be seen with a __(1)__ and are called __(2)__. Some are __(3)__ like __(4)__ used in breadmaking. However, others are __(5)__ causing diseases like __(6)__.
Choose from: cholera, harmful, microbes, microscope, useful, yeast Which missing word is __(3)__? [8c-36]
microscope
microbes
useful
yeast
harmful
cholera
Very small living things that can only be seen with a __(1)__ and are called __(2)__. Some are __(3)__ like __(4)__ used in breadmaking. However, others are __(5)__ causing diseases like __(6)__.
Choose from: cholera, harmful, microbes, microscope, useful, yeast Which missing word is __(4)__? [8c-37]
microscope
microbes
useful
yeast
harmful
cholera
Very small living things that can only be seen with a __(1)__ and are called __(2)__. Some are __(3)__ like __(4)__ used in breadmaking. However, others are __(5)__ causing diseases like __(6)__.
Choose from: cholera, harmful, microbes, microscope, useful, yeast Which missing word is __(5)__? [8c-38]
microscope
microbes
useful
yeast
harmful
cholera
Very small living things that can only be seen with a __(1)__ and are called __(2)__. Some are __(3)__ like __(4)__ used in breadmaking. However, others are __(5)__ causing diseases like __(6)__.
Choose from: cholera, harmful, microbes, microscope, useful, yeast Which missing word is __(6)__? [8c-39]
microscope
microbes
useful
yeast
harmful
cholera
Which of the following describes a algae? [8c-9]
it has a protein coat, has genes, no cytoplasm, can only reproduce in living 'host' cells and damages them, not destroyed by antibiotics, extremely small (many cannot be seen even with a powerful optical microscope)
it has a cell wall (not cellulose) and cell membrane, has genes and cytoplasm, no nucleus, produces toxins, can reproduce outside living cells and is destroyed by antibiotics
it is a single cell or cellular filaments with nucleus containing genes surrounded by cytoplasm but does not contain chlorophyll
it is a single cell or cellular filaments with nucleus containing genes surrounded by cytoplasm but does contain chlorophyll
Which of the following describes the word antiviral? [8c-10]
injection of dead or weakened micro-organism to stimulate production of antibodies
the result of a micro-organism entering the body and causing disease
kills, or prevents the growth of bacteria on external parts of the body
kills, or prevents the growth of bacteria in the body
a micro-organism that can cause a disease
prevents virus multiplication
Which of the following is TRUE? [8c-25]
antibiotics like penicillin, kill viruses
viruses can't cause diseases
white blood cells can't kill harmful micro-organisms
antibodies in your blood help form a protective scab over a cut
while still in the womb, a child cannot get antibodies from its mother
antibiotics cannot destroy viruses
Which word best matches the phrase ... substance that slows down the brain and makes you feel sleepy or more relaxed? [9b-1]
sedative
stimulant
hallucinogen
analgesic
vaccine
antibiotic
antiseptic
Which word best matches the phrase ... substance that speeds up your brain and makes you more active? [9b-2]
sedative
stimulant
hallucinogen
analgesic
vaccine
antibiotic
antiseptic
Which word best matches the phrase ... substance that gives you powerful experiences that are not 'real' and you lack control? [9b-3]
sedative
stimulant
hallucinogen
analgesic
vaccine
antibiotic
antiseptic
Which word best matches the phrase ... substance that reduces the feelings of pain? [9b-4]
sedative
stimulant
hallucinogen
analgesic
vaccine
antibiotic
antiseptic
Which word best matches the phrase ... substance that immunises you against certain infectious diseases? [9b-5]
sedative
stimulant
hallucinogen
analgesic
vaccine
antibiotic
antiseptic
Which word best matches the phrase ... substance that a chemical taken internally to kill bacteria infections? [9b-6]
sedative
stimulant
hallucinogen
analgesic
vaccine
antibiotic
antiseptic
Which word best matches the phrase ... substance that that can be applied externally to the skin to kill bacteria? [9b-7]
sedative
stimulant
hallucinogen
analgesic
vaccine
antibiotic
antiseptic
Which of the following is NOT true about drinking alcoholic beverages? [9b-33]
a little alcohol can cause serious liver damage
harmful alcohol can reach an unborn baby through the placenta
alcoholic drinks tend to slow down your reactions
alcohol is rapidly absorbed into your bloodstream from the stomach
Which of the following is NOT true about drinking alcoholic beverages? [9b-34]
too much alcohol can cause serious liver damage
alcohol cannot reach an unborn baby through the placenta
alcoholic drinks tend to slow down your reactions
alcohol is rapidly absorbed into your bloodstream from the stomach
Which of the following is NOT true about drinking alcoholic beverages? [9b-35]
too much alcohol can cause serious liver damage
harmful alcohol can reach an unborn baby through the placenta
alcoholic drinks tend to speed up your reactions
alcohol is rapidly absorbed into your bloodstream from the stomach
Which of the following is NOT true about drinking alcoholic beverages? [9b-36]
too much alcohol can cause serious liver damage
harmful alcohol can reach an unborn baby through the placenta
alcoholic drinks tend to slow down your reactions
alcohol is only slowly absorbed into your bloodstream from the stomach
Which of the following is NOT true about smoking? [9b-37]
nicotine is not an addictive substance in tobacco tar or smoke
breathing in other smokers smoke can be harmful
smokers have harmful carbon monoxide in their bloodstream
tobacco tar and smoke both contain carcinogens
Which of the following is NOT true about smoking? [9b-38]
nicotine is an addictive substance in tobacco tar or smoke
breathing in other smokers smoke is not particularly harmful
smokers have harmful carbon monoxide in their bloodstream
tobacco tar and smoke both contain carcinogens
Which of the following is NOT true about smoking? [9b-39]
nicotine is an addictive substance in tobacco tar or smoke
breathing in other smokers smoke can be harmful
smokers have extra harmful carbon dioxide in their bloodstream
tobacco tar and smoke both contain carcinogens
Which of the following is NOT true about smoking? [9b-40]
nicotine is an addictive substance in tobacco tar or smoke
breathing in other smokers smoke can be harmful
smokers have harmful carbon monoxide in their bloodstream
only tobacco tar. and not smoke, contain carcinogens
Which of the following is most likely to be TRUE about disease trends over the last hundred years in the developed world? [9b-50]
heart disease is increasing due to our richer and more fatty diet
diabetes is increasing because we eat more protein in the form of meat
cases of measles have decreased mainly due to better living conditions
tuberculosis (TB) has increased due to more people smoking
lung cancer is increasing because of increased air pollution
Which of the following is most likely to be TRUE about disease trends over the last hundred years in the developed world? [9b-51]
heart disease is decreasing due to our more nutritious diet
diabetes is increasing because of our richer and more fatty diet
cases of measles have decreased mainly due to better living conditions
tuberculosis (TB) has increased due to more people smoking
lung cancer is increasing because of increased air pollution
Which of the following is most likely to be TRUE about disease trends over the last hundred years in the developed world? [9b-52]
heart disease is decreasing due to our more nutritious diet
diabetes is increasing because we eat more protein in the form of meat
cases of measles have decreased mainly due to immunisation by vaccination
tuberculosis (TB) has increased due to more people smoking
lung cancer is increasing because of increased air pollution
Which of the following is most likely to be TRUE about disease trends over the last hundred years in the developed world? [9b-53]
heart disease is decreasing due to our more nutritious diet
diabetes is increasing because we eat more protein in the form of meat
cases of measles have decreased mainly due to better living conditions
tuberculosis (TB) has decreased due to better living conditions and vaccination
lung cancer is increasing because of increased air pollution
Which of the following is most likely to be TRUE about disease trends over the last hundred years in the developed world? [9b-54]
heart disease is decreasing due to our more nutritious diet
diabetes is increasing because we eat more protein in the form of meat
cases of measles have decreased mainly due to better living conditions
tuberculosis (TB) has increased due to more people smoking
lung cancer is increasing because more people who can afford to smoke, do smoke
In smoking, which causes cancer? [9b-55]
tar
carbon monoxide
nicotine
filter paper
In smoking, which reduces the oxygen in red blood cells? [9b-56]
tar
carbon monoxide
nicotine
filter paper
In smoking, which substance is addictive? [9b-57]
tar
carbon monoxide
nicotine
filter paper
In smoking, which reduces the amount of harmful substances in the lung? [9b-58]
tar
carbon monoxide
nicotine
filter paper
The health and function of which system(s) is generally, and most likely improved by not smoking? [9b-59]
respiratory system and circulatory system
digestive system
circulatory system
reproductive system
skeletal system and respiratory system
The health and function of which system(s) is generally, and most likely improved by eating vegetables? [9b-60]
respiratory system
digestive system
circulatory system and respiratory system
reproductive system
skeletal system and circulatory system
The health and function of which system(s) is generally, and most likely improved by reducing fatty foods in a diet? [9b-61]
muscle system and skeletal system
digestive system
circulatory system
reproductive system
skeletal system
The health and function of which system(s) is generally, and most likely improved by fertility treatment? [9b-62]
respiratory system
digestive system
circulatory system
reproductive system
skeletal system
The health and function of which system(s) is generally, and most likely improved by a diet containing adequate calcium? [9b-63]
respiratory system
digestive system
circulatory system
reproductive system
skeletal system
The health and function of which system(s) is generally, and most likely improved by regular exercise? [9b-64]
respiratory system and circulatory system
digestive system
circulatory system and skeletal system
reproductive system
skeletal system
Which of the following can be caused by too much fat in the diet? [9b-65]
excess weight, deposits in arteries, raised blood pressure
constipation, poor skin quality
rickets - 'bow legged'
'skinny' and 'pot bellied'
Which of the following can be caused by too much salt in the diet? [9b-67]
excess weight, deposits in arteries
constipation, poor skin quality
increased blood pressure
'skinny' and 'pot bellied'
Which of the following can be caused by too little protein in the diet? [9b-68]
excess weight, deposits in arteries, raised blood pressure
constipation, poor skin quality
increased blood pressure
'skinny' and 'pot bellied'
[8c-76] Which of these illegal drugs acts as a hallucinogens?
Ecstasy and LSD
Heroin and morphine
Amphetamine (speed) and methedrine
Barbiturates and cannabis
[8c-77] Which of these illegal drugs acts as a painkillers?
Ecstasy and LSD
Heroin and morphine
Amphetamine (speed) and methedrine
Barbiturates and cannabis
[8c-78] Which of these illegal drugs acts as a stimulants?
Ecstasy and LSD
Heroin and morphine
Amphetamine (speed) and methedrine
Barbiturates and cannabis
[8c-79] Which of these illegal drugs acts as a depressants?
Ecstasy and LSD
Heroin and morphine
Amphetamine (speed) and methedrine
Barbiturates and cannabis
[8c-80] Which of the following body's protection from harmful pathogens like bacteria applies to the ear?
Produces wax to trap microbes
Produces mucous to trap microbes
acts as a barrier to microbes
produces fluid containing chemicals to kill microbes
produces a strong acid to kill microbes
flushes out microbes that enter the genitals
[8c-81] Which of the following body's protection from harmful pathogens like bacteria applies to the nose and throat?
Produces wax to trap microbes
Produces mucous to trap microbes
acts as a barrier to microbes
produces fluid containing chemicals to kill microbes
produces a strong acid to kill microbes
flushes out microbes that enter the genitals
[8c-82] Which of the following body's protection from harmful pathogens like bacteria applies to the skin?
Produces wax to trap microbes
Produces mucous to trap microbes
acts as a barrier to microbes
produces fluid containing chemicals to kill microbes
produces a strong acid to kill microbes
flushes out microbes that enter the genitals
[8c-83] Which of the following body's protection from harmful pathogens like bacteria applies to the eyes?
Produces wax to trap microbes
Produces mucous to trap microbes
acts as a barrier to microbes
produces fluid containing chemicals to kill microbes
produces a strong acid to kill microbes
flushes out microbes that enter the genitals
[8c-84] Which of the following body's protection from harmful pathogens like bacteria applies to the stomach?
Produces wax to trap microbes
Produces mucous to trap microbes
acts as a barrier to microbes
produces fluid containing chemicals to kill microbes
produces a strong acid to kill microbes
flushes out microbes that enter the genitals
[8c-85] Which of the following body's protection from harmful pathogens like bacteria applies to urine?
Produces wax to trap microbes
Produces mucous to trap microbes
acts as a barrier to microbes
produces fluid containing chemicals to kill microbes
produces a strong acid to kill microbes
flushes out microbes that enter the genitals
[8c-86] Which of the following descriptions applies to the term bacteria?
Microbes that cause diseases like tuberculosis or cholera, can be seen with a light microscope.
Extremely small, can only be seen with an electron microscope, cause diseases like influenza.
Microorganisms that cause diseases like athletes foot and thrush.
Any microscopic organism that can cause you harm if they enter your body.
[8c-87] Which of the following descriptions applies to the term virus?
Microbes that cause diseases like tuberculosis or cholera, can be seen with a light microscope.
Extremely small, can only be seen with an electron microscope, cause diseases like influenza.
Microorganisms that cause diseases like athletes foot and thrush.
Any microscopic organism that can cause you harm if they enter your body.
[8c-88] Which of the following descriptions applies to the term fungi?
Microbes that cause diseases like tuberculosis or cholera, can be seen with a light microscope.
Extremely small, can only be seen with an electron microscope, cause diseases like influenza.
Microorganisms that cause diseases like athletes foot and thrush.
Any microscopic organism that can cause you harm if they enter your body.
[8c-89] Which of the following descriptions applies to the term pathogen?
Microbes that cause diseases like tuberculosis or cholera, can be seen with a light microscope.
Extremely small, can only be seen with an electron microscope, cause diseases like influenza.
Microorganisms that cause diseases like athletes foot and thrush.
Any microscopic organism that can cause you harm if they enter your body.
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The body has many natural defences against harmful materials including microbes that cause disease. Which 'defence' relates to your eyes? [8c-1]
In an experiment to investigate the speed of 200g of dough rising in bread making, the following sugar additions and temperatures where used. For which set of conditions would you expect the dough to rise the slowest? [8c-16]
Very small living things that can only be seen with a __(1)__ and are called __(2)__. Some are __(3)__ like __(4)__ used in breadmaking. However, others are __(5)__ causing diseases like __(6)__.
Which word best matches the phrase ...
Which of the following is NOT true about drinking alcoholic beverages? [9b-33]
Which of the following is NOT true about smoking? [9b-37]
Which of the following is most likely to be TRUE about disease trends over the last hundred years in the developed world? [9b-50]
Which of the following is most likely to be TRUE about disease trends over the last hundred years in the developed world? [9b-54]
The health and function of which system(s) is generally, and most likely improved by not smoking? [9b-59]
Which of the following can be caused by too much fat in the diet? [9b-65]