3.1 - Definition
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What is an infectious disease?
💡 Hint: Think about germs and infections.
Name two types of immunity.
💡 Hint: Consider the types of defenses our body has.
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What type of immunity is developed after vaccination?
💡 Hint: It’s the immunity you build after exposure.
True or False: All microorganisms are harmful.
💡 Hint: Think about antibiotics and probiotics.
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Describe the impact of vaccines on public health and compare it to how infectious diseases spread.
💡 Hint: Consider statistics of disease outbreaks before and after vaccination efforts.
Analyze the role of microbes in environmental sustainability, referencing specific processes.
💡 Hint: Think about how they help with waste disposal and nutrient cycling.
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