Asked by Galina Emmerich on Jul 31, 2024
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A disease-causing agent that passes from person to person is called a(n)
A) pathogen.
B) infectious disease.
C) infection.
D) disease.
Pathogen
A microorganism that causes disease, such as viruses, bacteria, and fungi.
Infectious Disease
A disease caused by organisms such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites, that can spread directly or indirectly from person to person.
Infection
The invasion and multiplication of microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, and parasites that are not normally present within the body.
- Identify and classify different types of pathogens and diseases.
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DA
David AlejandroAug 05, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
A pathogen is a microorganism or agent that can cause disease in a person and can be transmitted from one person to another. An infectious disease is a condition caused by a pathogen that is communicable from person to person, but it is not the term used specifically for the agent itself. Infection and disease are broader terms that can refer to a variety of causes and do not necessarily indicate person-to-person transmission.
Learning Objectives
- Identify and classify different types of pathogens and diseases.